School Bus Diesel Technician – Day Shift & Benefits

First Student, Inc.; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid holidays and vacation

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Company-paid CDL Class B training

Career advancement opportunities

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

First Student is seeking a Diesel Technician in Wisconsin to join our shop serving Wausau. The role offers a Monday–Friday, full-time day schedule with competitive hourly pay and a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

You will maintain and repair school buses, perform preventive maintenance, and support mobile emergency repairs as needed. We provide company-paid CDL Class B training and ASE testing, with comprehensive benefits and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of diesel/auto maintenance experience or equivalent technical school education.
• Vehicle diagnostics and problem solving skills.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Have a mechanic's tool set to complete duties.
• Willingness to pursue ASE certification; training and bonuses provided.
• Strong computer skills; DOT drug testing applies for safety-sensitive role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.
• Diagnose and repair brakes, engines, suspensions, transmissions and more.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections; complete work orders.
• Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Vehicle diagnostics

Valid driver's license

CDL Class B or ability to obtain

ASE pursuit

Computer skills

Tools

Mechanic's tool set

ASE testing materials

Company training materials

Job description

First Student is seeking a Diesel Technician in Wisconsin to join our shop serving Wausau. The role offers a Monday–Friday, full-time day schedule with competitive hourly pay and a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

You will maintain and repair school buses, perform preventive maintenance, and support mobile emergency repairs as needed. We provide company-paid CDL Class B training and ASE testing, with comprehensive benefits and advancement opportunities.