Diesel Technician

FIRST MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC; Soldotna (AK); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) match

ASE testing paid

CDL training paid

Career advancement

Paid holidays

Boot allowance

Safety glasses allowance

PerkSpot discounts

EAP

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses for the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, with a full-time day schedule (5:30 am–2:00 pm or 9:30 am–6:00 pm). You will diagnose and repair brakes, engines, suspensions, and transmissions to keep buses safe and reliable for students.

The role includes company-paid ASE testing, CDL Class B training, a robust benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match), paid holidays and vacation, boot

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment (company-paid training).
• Possession of a mechanic's tool set.
• Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, bonuses provided).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.
• Diagnose and perform maintenance including brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmissions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections; complete work orders.
• Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Vehicle diagnostics

Repair experience

Job description

First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Kenai Peninsula Borough School District! Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time day shift 5:30 am - 2:00 pm OR 9:30 am - 6:00 pm - Flexible Shifts! 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 mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community.

Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.

• Hourly Rate: $27 - $34 per hour (NOT flat rate).
• Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more).
• Monday-Friday day shift schedule with consistent, year-round work.
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
• Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
• Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.

About the Diesel Technician Position

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

Diesel Technician key responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Complete work orders accurately.
• Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Diesel Technician Qualifications

• At least 1 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
• Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
• Possession of a mechanic's tool set to complete all assigned duties.
• Willingness to participate in the 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. 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.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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.

Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II.

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

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.