Lead Diesel Mechanic

First Student; South Holland (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading school transportation provider is seeking a Lead Diesel Mechanic for their Glenwood shop. The role involves supervising technicians, performing maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance. The position offers competitive pay, career advancement opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k).

Benefits

Company-paid ASE testing and training materials

Annual allowances for boots and safety glasses

Discounts on cell plans, cars, and more via Perk Spot

Paid holidays & vacation

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of automotive or diesel repair experience.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to obtain CDL.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform maintenance and diagnose complex issues.
• Supervise technicians and generate work orders.
• Maintain service records and monitor shop performance.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diesel repair

Supervisory skills

Education

Technical school education

Tools

Mechanic’s tool set

Job description

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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 daily. Our brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. We prioritize safety and innovation, employing advanced training and technology in transportation.

We are hiring a Shop Foreman – Lead Diesel Mechanic for our Glenwood shop.

Who are we?

Twice the size of our next largest competitor, First Student is North America's leading school transportation provider, completing 5 million student journeys daily and serving 1,100 school districts with a strong safety record.

Why join us as a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic?

• $28 - $33.50 per hour based on experience and qualifications (not flat rate)
• Additional $0.50 per hour for each ASE certification you have or obtain
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• Monday-Friday full-time shift with consistent, year-round work
• Career advancement opportunities
• Benefits including medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Annual allowances for boots and safety glasses
• State-of-the-art training programs
• Discounts on cell plans, cars, and more via Perk Spot

Position overview

As a Lead Fleet Technician / Shop Foreman, you will schedule and perform maintenance, diagnose complex issues, and maintain service records. Responsibilities include supervising technicians, generating work orders, maintaining vehicle knowledge, and monitoring shop performance.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license; willingness to obtain CDL (training provided)
• At least 5 years of automotive or diesel repair experience or technical school education
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role preferred
• Mechanic’s tool set
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification (training, testing, bonuses provided)
• Subject to DOT drug testing; no Schedule I drugs allowed

Additional info

In Washington, all technician and driver roles are safety-sensitive and subject to drug testing, including for cannabis. We consider applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to a drug-free workplace and fair chance hiring laws.