Gas and Diesel Technician

First Student; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with 3%

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Company-paid ASE testing and training

CDL training and licensing

Employee Assistance Program

PerkSpot discounts

Earned wages access

Salt Rewards program

Job summary

First Student in Rochester, NH is hiring a Gas and Diesel Technician to maintain buses and vehicles serving nearby school districts. You will work on a mix of school buses, vans, and light-duty vehicles with company-paid training and support for ASE certifications and CDL licensing.

You’ll diagnose and repair gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles, perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and ensure safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Gas/diesel/auto maintenance experience.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Class B CDL within 60 days with company-paid training.
• A mechanic’s tool set sufficient to perform assigned work.
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification.
• Computer skills to complete electronic work orders and access maintenance information.
• Availability to work Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Inspect and repair brakes, engines, suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, clutches, and related components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and vehicle-performance concerns.
• Maintain school buses, vans, and light-duty support vehicles.
• Complete electronic work orders and maintenance records accurately.
• Assist with mobile emergency repairs when needed.
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Work with fellow technicians and operations staff to keep vehicles ready for service.
• Maintain a safe, organized work area.

Skills

Gas & diesel maintenance

Diagnostics

Valid driver’s license

CDL within 60 days

Tool set

ASE certification

Electronic work orders

Mon–Fri availability

Job description

Job Title

Gas and Diesel Technician – Rochester, NH First Student | Supporting Dover, Somersworth, and Rollinsford School Districts Pay: $36.00–$38.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, per the union contract Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Employment: Full-time, year-round Pay Structure: Hourly—not flat rate Put Your Skills to Work. Build a Career You Can Stay With. You’ve invested time in learning your trade. Bring that experience to a shop where you receive hourly pay, work a consistent weekday schedule, and have opportunities to keep developing your skills.

First Student is hiring a Gas and Diesel Technician in Rochester, NH, to maintain the vehicles serving Dover, Somersworth, and Rollinsford schools. You’ll work on a mix of school buses, vans, and light-duty vehicles, with company-paid training and support for ASE certifications and CDL licensing. Your repairs help drivers do their jobs and keep students traveling safely every day.

Pay, Benefits and Career Development

• $36.00–$38.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, per the union contract
• Hourly pay—not flat rate
• Monday–Friday schedule, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
• Consistent, full-time, year-round work
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Annual allowances for work boots and prescription safety glasses
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support services
• PerkSpot discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, travel, and more
• Access to earned wages before payday through Chime® MyPay at Work™*
• Salt® Rewards Program for employee savings and rewards
• Opportunities to advance into lead technician, shop supervision, and maintenance management roles

The Fleet You’ll Support

• Thomas Built school buses
• GM vehicles
• Ford vehicles
• Dodge vehicles
• Chrysler Pacifica vans

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose and repair gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Inspect and repair brakes, engines, suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, clutches, and related components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and vehicle-performance concerns.
• Maintain school buses, vans, and light-duty support vehicles.
• Complete electronic work orders and maintenance records accurately.
• Assist with mobile emergency repairs when needed.
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Work with fellow technicians and operations staff to keep vehicles ready for service.
• Maintain a safe, organized work area.

What You’ll Need

• At least three years of gasoline, diesel, or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or an equivalent combination of technical school education and relevant hands‑on experience
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills
• A valid driver’s license
• A Class B CDL, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment, with company-paid training
• A mechanic’s tool set sufficient to perform assigned work
• Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program
• Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic work orders and access maintenance information
• Availability to work Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Preferred

• Experience repairing both gasoline and diesel vehicles, particularly buses, vans, and light-duty vehicles.

This position is safety-sensitive and subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation49CFRPart40 does not authorize the use of ScheduleI drugs, including marijuana, for any reason. First Student is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. First Student is committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. 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. First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVCII. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. 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. 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 SanFrancisco Fair Chance Ordinance, LosAngeles 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. 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 STUDENTSEnsure 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