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Experienced diesel mechanic- 2000 sign on bonus

Melbourne
First Student Shared Services
Mechanic
Posted: 11 September
Offer description

First for a reason :

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day Our family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology in the transportation industry.

First Student is hiring immediately for a Mechanic for our shop serving Parkhill School District

As a Technician at First Student, you will play an integral role in ensuring the safety of the children who rely on us for a ride to and from school in those iconic yellow buses.

Why join First as a Mechanic?

In addition to a health benefits package, 401k with company matching, paid vacations, paid holidays, and tremendous growth opportunities, we are also proud to offer our technicians:

* $26-28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat-rate)
* ASE incentive of $0.25/hour for each relevant ASE obtained (we pay for training materials and exams)
* Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, full-time shift
* Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
* State-of-the-art training programs
* Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program

About First Student's Mechanic Position

Our technicians perform maintenance to ensure our fleet of newer vehicles is safe for road travel. They use their diagnostic skills to troubleshoot issues needing repair. Your daily tasks will include:

* Performing maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, & transmissions
* Completing work orders
* Assisting with mobile emergency services

Mechanics and technicians are subject to DOT drug testing as safety-sensitive employees. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 prohibits the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

You might be a fit for our Mechanic role if :

* You want to work in a position that meaningfully impacts your community
* You have 2-5 years of experience working with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles
* You have a valid driver's license and are willing to obtain a CDL (training provided)
* You possess a mechanic's tool set
* You want to grow, learn, and develop your skills through ASE testing

We encourage applications from candidates who:

* Do not have a college degree
* Have military experience
* Are returning to the workforce
* Are seeking hourly (not flat-rate) positions

Get your career on the road with First Student

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