Diesel Technician

First Student, Inc.; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay rate $27-$31

CDL training paid

Full-time year-round

Boots allowance

Safety glasses allowance

PerkSpot discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Diesel Technician in Danbury, CT to maintain and repair school buses and keep the fleet safe and ready for service. You will use your mechanical and diagnostic skills to identify issues, perform repairs, and support daily operations for the Danbury fleet.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, paid vacation/holidays, and growth opportunities. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM with full-time, year-round work and company-paid CDL training.

Qualifications

• At least one year of automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicle maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willing and able to obtain a CDL with company-paid training.
• Have a mechanic's tool set.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using computers to complete work orders and access maintenance information.
• Interest in expanding ASE training and certification.
• Pride in performing safe, accurate, and dependable work.

Responsibilities

• Performing preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Diagnosing and repairing diesel and automotive systems.
• Maintaining and repairing brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, and related components.
• Completing work orders accurately and documenting repairs.
• Ensuring vehicles meet company and regulatory safety standards.
• Assisting with mobile emergency repairs when needed.
• Working closely with maintenance and operations teams to keep the fleet available for service.

Skills

Diesel maintenance experience

Driver's license

CDL training

Mechanic's tool set

Diagnostic skills

Computer literacy

ASE training interest

Safety-conscious

Job description

Diesel Technician - Danbury, CT

First Student is hiring immediately for a Diesel Technician at our shop serving Danbury Public Schools!

As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will play an important role in keeping our school buses safe, reliable, and ready to transport students throughout the Danbury community. If you take pride in your work and want a stable, year-round opportunity where your skills make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Why Join First Student?

In addition to medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and career advancement opportunities, we are proud to offer:

• $27.00-$31.00 per hour, based on experience and certifications
• Hourly pay, not flat rate
• $0.25-per-hour increase for each relevant ASE certification obtained and maintained
• Company-paid ASE training materials and exams
• Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM
• Consistent, full-time, year-round work
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• Company-paid CDL training
• State-of-the-art training and development programs
• Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, entertainment, and more through PerkSpot
• Opportunities to grow into senior technician, shop leadership, and maintenance management positions

About the Diesel Technician Position

Our Diesel Technicians maintain and repair school buses to ensure every vehicle is safe and ready for service. You will use your mechanical and diagnostic skills to identify problems, complete repairs, and support the daily operation of the Danbury fleet.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing preventive maintenance and safety inspections
• Diagnosing and repairing diesel and automotive systems
• Maintaining and repairing brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, and related components
• Completing work orders accurately and documenting repairs
• Ensuring vehicles meet company and regulatory safety standards
• Assisting with mobile emergency repairs when needed
• Working closely with the maintenance and operations teams to keep the fleet available for service

Diesel Technician Qualifications

You may be a strong fit for this position if you:

• Have at least one year of automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicle maintenance experience
• Have a valid driver's license
• Are willing and able to obtain a CDL with company-paid training
• Have a mechanic's tool set
• Possess strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Are comfortable using computers to complete work orders and access maintenance information
• Are interested in expanding your skills through ASE training and certification
• Take pride in performing safe, accurate, and dependable work

First Student encourages applications from candidates who:

• Do not have a college degree
• Have military maintenance experience
• Are returning to the workforce
• Are looking for a stable hourly position instead of flat-rate work
• Want an opportunity to continue learning and advance their career

This position is subject to DOT drug testing and physical requirements as a safety-sensitive role. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Language Requirement

This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

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 include 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 the transportation industry has to offer.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.