Diesel Technician: Day Shift with $2K Sign-On Bonus

First Student; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 83,097,000 - 97,424,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

ASE training

Benefits package

Career advancement

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Diesel Technician in Harvey, LA to maintain and repair school buses, ensuring safety and reliability for riders. This role offers a Mon-Fri day shift, a $2,000 sign-on bonus, and an hourly rate of $29.00–$34.00 depending on experience. Company-paid ASE testing and CDL training are provided.

Join a national leader in school transportation with opportunities across 540+ locations. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years diesel or automotive maintenance experience or equivalent tech school education.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to pursue ASE certification (training and bonuses provided).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.
• Diagnose and perform maintenance including brakes, engines, suspensions, transmissions.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Complete work orders accurately.
• Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Problem solving

Diagnostic tools

Education

Technical school diploma

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Tool set

Job description

First Student is hiring a Diesel Technician in Harvey, LA to maintain and repair school buses, ensuring safety and reliability for riders. This role offers a Mon-Fri day shift, a $2,000 sign-on bonus, and an hourly rate of $29.00–$34.00 depending on experience. Company-paid ASE testing and CDL training are provided.

Join a national leader in school transportation with opportunities across 540+ locations. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match and paid holidays.