Diesel Mechanic II - School Bus Maintenance (Day Shift)

First Student; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Company-paid ASE testing & CDL B

Discounts (PerkSpot)

Paid holidays & vacation

Boots & safety glasses allowances

Career advancement opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Diesel Mechanic II for the Pottstown area serving the Spring Ford School District. The role offers an hourly pay rate of $28.00–$33.00 based on experience, with Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm hours.

Company provides paid CDL Class B training, ASE testing, extensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement across 540+ locations. The Diesel Technician will maintain and repair school buses, perform safety inspections, and complete work orders while ensuring safety

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment – company paid training.
• Possession of a mechanic’s tool set to complete all assigned duties.
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
• Strong computer skills.
• Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Diagnostics

Brake inspection

Preventive maintenance

Computer skills

Problem solving

Education

Technical school education

Tools

Tool set

Job description

First Student is hiring a Diesel Mechanic II for the Pottstown area serving the Spring Ford School District. The role offers an hourly pay rate of $28.00–$33.00 based on experience, with Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm hours.

Company provides paid CDL Class B training, ASE testing, extensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement across 540+ locations. The Diesel Technician will maintain and repair school buses, perform safety inspections, and complete work orders while ensuring safety