Lead Diesel Mechanic

First Student • Frankfort, NY • 2h ago

First Student is hiring a Lead Diesel Mechanic in Frankfort, NY serving Utica City School District!

Pay Rate: $32.00-$35.00 per hour based on experience

Hours: Monday-Friday 4:45 am-6:00 pm

As a Lead Diesel Mechanic at First Student, you will help deliver excellence by leading the comprehensive preventive maintenance program, providing ongoing technician development, and streamlining operational practices.

Why join First as a Lead Diesel Mechanic?

Starting Hourly Rate : $32.00-$35.00 (NOT flat rate)

Bonus rate $.25 per hr. for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained - up to $2.00 additional per hour.

Monday-Friday 4:45 am-6:00 pm schedule with consistent, year-round work

Company-paid ASE testing and training materials

Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing

Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada

Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation time

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

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues

Other job duties include:

Oversee complex vehicle diagnostics and repairs; perform road tests when needed

Maintain advanced knowledge of engines, emissions, transmissions, brakes, hydraulics, electrical, and HVAC systems for preventive and repair maintenance

Supervise shop technicians, conduct daily huddles, training, performance evaluations, and assist with hiring decisions

Manage inventory control, approve expenses within scope, schedule fleet maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety regulations

Conduct inspections, monitor performance, and maintain adherence to federal/state standards

Work closely with management on maintenance status, budgets, and special projects

Participate in ASE certification program

Perform hands-on work activities as needed

Qualifications

At least 5 years of diesel or automotive maintenance & repair experience or technical school education

Previous experience in a lead technician, supervisor, or other management role is preferred

Valid driver's license required; Willingness to obtain CDL while employed - Paid company training provided

Strong computer skills

Possess a mechanic's tool set

ASE certifications are preferred

Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

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.

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 .

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