Mechanic - Wichita, United States - First Student Shared Services

    First Student Shared Services
    First Student Shared Services Wichita, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    First for a reason
    First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.

    First Student is immediately hiring a Diesel Mechanic

    Why join First as a Diesel Mechanic?

  • $21 - $25 per hour based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat rate)
  • $4,000 Sign on Bonus (Conditions Apply. Offer expires 6/30/24)
  • An additional $.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain
  • Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
  • Monday-Friday full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round work
  • Tremendous career advancement opportunities
  • Benefits including medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)
  • Paid holidays & vacation
  • Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
  • State-of-the-art training programs
  • Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program

    • About the Diesel Mechanic Position

    As a Diesel Mechanic with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure vehicle readiness & safety, while providing guidance to lower-level technicians. Other major job duties include:

  • Perform preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual DOT maintenance inspections.
  • Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair including brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, & transmissions.
  • Ensure work orders are completed accurately.
  • Assist with mobile emergency services.

    • Diesel Technician Qualifications

  • Valid driver's license required; Willingness to obtain CDL while employed – We train
  • At least 3 years of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience or technical school education
  • Possess a mechanic's tool set
  • Willingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided
  • Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

    • Get your career on the road with First Student