Diesel Technician - Day Shift, Excellent Benefits & Growth

First Student; Normal (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

ASE testing and training materials

CDL Class B training and licensing

Paid holidays and vacation

Boots and safety glasses allowances

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

First Student in Normal, IL is seeking a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses, ensuring safety and reliability for students and families in the community.

You will work Monday–Friday day shift from 8:30am to 5:30pm, with an hourly rate of $25 and potential increases for ASE tests (up to $2/hour more). Company-paid training, CDL Class B prep, and a strong benefits package are included to support your career growth.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Diagnostics

Tool use

Vehicle maintenance

Education

Technical school training

Tools

Mechanic's tool set

Job description

First Student in Normal, IL is seeking a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses, ensuring safety and reliability for students and families in the community.

You will work Monday–Friday day shift from 8:30am to 5:30pm, with an hourly rate of $25 and potential increases for ASE tests (up to $2/hour more). Company-paid training, CDL Class B prep, and a strong benefits package are included to support your career growth.