Technician II

Nilesschools; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in student transportation is seeking a Mechanic / Maintenance Technician II to ensure fleet safety and reliability. The role involves routine and advanced repairs, emergency service calls, and mentorship of entry-level technicians. Join a supportive team with full benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Annual tool & gear allowances

Ongoing training programs

PerkSpot discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with diesel, gas, electric, or CNG vehicles.
• Willingness to obtain a CDL and build a personal mechanic tool set.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles including brakes, suspensions, and transmissions.
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs), DOT inspections, and diagnostic troubleshooting.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational or technical training in vehicle repair

Tools

Diagnostics software

Hand tools

Job description

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 GVC II. 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.

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 GVC II. 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.

Now Hiring – Start Immediately!

First Student is hiring immediately for a Mechanic / Maintenance Technician II to join our team dedicated to safely transporting students in those iconic yellow buses. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in keeping our fleet road-ready and dependable—supporting a safer ride for the children in our community.

Why Join First Student?

In addition to a supportive, safety-first culture and stable full-time work, we proudly offer:

• Pay: $18.45/ hr
• ASE incentive of $0.25/hour for each relevant ASE obtained
  (We pay for study materials and exams!)
• Monday–Friday schedule – no nights or weekends!
• Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Annual tool & gear allowances – boots and prescription safety glasses
• Ongoing, state-of-the-art training programs to support your career growth
• PerkSpot discounts on cell phone plans, car purchases, and more!

About the Position:

As a Technician at First Student, your day-to-day work ensures our vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers. You’ll complete both routine and advanced repairs, handle emergency service calls, and work under moderate supervision. You may also provide mentorship to entry-level technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles including:
  • Brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions
  • Electrical components, fluid systems, filters, belts, batteries, and hoses
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs), DOT inspections, and diagnostic troubleshooting
• Maintain detailed service records, complete accurate work orders, and track parts usage
• Support emergency roadside service calls when needed
• Clean vehicles and maintain the shop environment
• Safely move vehicles around the yard or between work areas
• Repair and maintain shop tools and equipment
• Other duties as assigned by management

What You Bring to the Role:

You might be a perfect fit if you:

• Want a job that directly supports your community
• Have 3+ of experience working with diesel, gas, electric, or CNG vehicles
• Are comfortable using hand tools and diagnostics software
• Are a strong problem solver who thrives both independently and on a team
• Have a valid driver’s license and are willing to obtain a CDL (we’ll help with training!)
• Have or are willing to build a personal mechanic tool set
• Are eager to grow your skills through ASE testing (we’ll support you every step of the way!)

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• Vocational or technical training in vehicle repair (preferred)
• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement (or ability to obtain within 3 months)
• ASE Certifications (preferred, with requirement to begin ASE testing within 1 year)
• Experience performing DOT inspections and vehicle safety assessments
• Military experience, prior fleet maintenance, or previous bus/large vehicle repair a plus

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Maintenance shop environment with dust, dirt, grease, and various weather exposure
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs and work in crouched or prone positions beneath vehicles
• This is a safety-sensitive position and subject to DOT drug testing, including cannabis

Get Your Career on the Road with First Student!
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds—including those reentering the workforce, without a college degree, or with military experience.

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 San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles 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.