Diesel Technician

FIRST STUDENT MANAGEMENT LLC; North Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 97,424,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Boots & safety glasses

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Diesel Technician to service SAU 90, SAU 21, and SAU 50 in New Hampshire. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing school buses to keep students safe and on time, with a Monday–Friday, 5:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. shift and union-based pay.

We offer growth opportunities within a collaborative team, paid ASE training, CDL B training, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today to join a trusted regional maintenance team.

Qualifications

• At least five years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience.
• Formal diesel or automotive technical-school education may be considered as part of the candidate’s overall experience.
• Strong vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and major mechanical repairs.
• Valid driver’s license CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment; company-paid training is provided.
• Possession of a mechanic’s tool set sufficient to complete assigned duties.
• Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program.
• Strong computer and maintenance-documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure buses and other fleet vehicles are properly maintained and safe for passengers.
• Diagnose and complete all phases of vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Repair and inspect braking systems.
• Complete engine tune-ups and repairs.
• Service suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, and clutches.
• Perform preventive maintenance services, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and performance-related concerns.
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation accurately.
• Assist with emergency road-service repairs when needed.
• Follow all company, state, federal, and DOT safety requirements.

Skills

Diesel/auto maintenance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Diagnostic skills

Education

Diesel/auto technical-school education

Tools

CDL Class B training

ASE certification

Job description

Diesel Technician – New Hampshire

Seacoast Districts Served: SAU 90, SAU 21, and SAU 50

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 5:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Pay: $34.00–$36.00 per hour, set according to the union contract

Experience Required: At least five years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience

First Student is now hiring an experienced Diesel Technician for our shop serving SAU 90, SAU 21, and SAU 50 in New Hampshire! If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day—because behind every bus is a skilled technician who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families throughout the community. While First Student is North America’s leading school transportation provider, our focus here is local. You’ll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, high-quality workmanship, and community connection.

Why Join First as a Diesel Technician?

• $34.00–$36.00 per hour, with wages set according to the union contract
• Monday–Friday day-shift schedule from 5:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Consistent, year-round, full-time work
• Additional hourly increases available for qualifying ASE School Bus Series certifications, up to $2.00 more per hour
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing
• Annual tool allowance
• Annual allowance for boots and prescription safety glasses
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Career advancement opportunities into maintenance, operations, management, and leadership roles across the United States and Canada
• Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, electronics, and more through PerkSpot
• Employee Assistance Program offering support for personal and work-related concerns

About the Diesel Technician Position

As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will maintain and repair school buses to help ensure the safety and reliability of our fleet.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure buses and other fleet vehicles are properly maintained and safe for passengers
• Diagnose and complete all phases of vehicle maintenance and repair
• Repair and inspect braking systems
• Complete engine tune-ups and repairs
• Service suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, and clutches
• Perform preventive maintenance services, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and performance-related concerns
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation accurately
• Assist with emergency road-service repairs when needed
• Follow all company, state, federal, and DOT safety requirements

Diesel Technician Qualifications

• At least five years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience
• Formal diesel or automotive technical-school education may be considered as part of the candidate’s overall experience
• Strong vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and major mechanical repairs
• Valid driver’s license required CDL Class B or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment; company-paid training is provided
• Possession of a mechanic’s tool set sufficient to complete assigned duties
• Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program
• Strong computer and maintenance-documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status. First Student is committed to providing a drug-free workplace.

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 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.

MISSION

Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.

FOCUS ON SAFETY

Safety is at the heart of everything we do

CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS

Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure

SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS

Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities

FOSTER TEAMWORK

Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion

SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS

Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence