Diesel Bus Technician – CDL & ASE Bonuses, Great Benefits

First Student; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Boots allowance

Safety glasses allowance

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

First Student in Nampa is seeking a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses, ensuring safety and reliability for student transportation. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday day shift and year-round work, with company-paid ASE testing and CDL Class B training.

The position supports professional growth by advancing into operations and leadership roles across 540+ locations in the U.S. & Canada, with an excellent benefits package and a focus on safety teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years diesel or automotive maintenance experience, or equivalent technical school education.
• Diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days; company-paid training.
• Possession of a mechanic’s tool set.
• Willingness to pursue ASE certification (training, testing, bonuses).
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.
• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, and transmissions.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual inspections.
• Complete work orders accurately.
• Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Diagnostics

Driver's license

CDL-B eligible

Tool set

ASE certification

Computer skills

Education

Technical school education

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

First Student in Nampa is seeking a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses, ensuring safety and reliability for student transportation. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday day shift and year-round work, with company-paid ASE testing and CDL Class B training.

The position supports professional growth by advancing into operations and leadership roles across 540+ locations in the U.S. & Canada, with an excellent benefits package and a focus on safety teamwork.