Diesel Technician (Day Shift) — Bus Maintenance & Growth

First Student, Inc.; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

First Student, Inc. in Merced, CA is hiring a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses for safe and reliable service. Expect a Monday–Friday, day shift schedule with steady, year-round work.

The role offers an hourly wage of $34 under the union contract, with potential increases via ASE testing bonuses and company-paid CDL Class B training. Excellent benefits and growth opportunities across 540+ locations are included.

Qualifications

• 1+ years diesel or automotive maintenance experience or equivalent education.
• Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification (training and bonuses provided).

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, transmissions, and other repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.

Skills

Diesel/auto maintenance

Vehicle diagnostics

Problem solving

Strong computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

1+ years diesel/auto maintenance OR equivalent training

Tools

Mechanic’s tool set

Job description

First Student, Inc. in Merced, CA is hiring a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses for safe and reliable service. Expect a Monday–Friday, day shift schedule with steady, year-round work.

The role offers an hourly wage of $34 under the union contract, with potential increases via ASE testing bonuses and company-paid CDL Class B training. Excellent benefits and growth opportunities across 540+ locations are included.