Diesel Technician I – Day Shift Bus Maintenance

First Student; Town of Gouverneur (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Holidays and vacation

Boot allowance

PerkSpot discounts

EAP

Job summary

First Student Gouverneur seeks a Diesel Technician I to maintain and repair school buses in Gouverneur, NY on a Monday–Friday day shift. Starting pay is $26.50 per hour, with ASE test bonuses and CDL training covered by the company.

You will join a close-knit team focused on safety, reliability, and community service, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with company match, and paid holidays and vacations.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
• Vehicle diagnostics 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, bonuses provided).
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
• Diagnose and perform maintenance including brakes, engine tunes, suspensions, and transmissions.
• Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual inspections.
• Complete work orders accurately.
• Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Vehicle diagnostics

Driver's license

CDL Class B

Tool set

ASE certification

Computer skills

Education

Technical school education

Tools

Mechanic's tool set

Job description

First Student Gouverneur seeks a Diesel Technician I to maintain and repair school buses in Gouverneur, NY on a Monday–Friday day shift. Starting pay is $26.50 per hour, with ASE test bonuses and CDL training covered by the company.

You will join a close-knit team focused on safety, reliability, and community service, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with company match, and paid holidays and vacations.