Lead Diesel Mechanic

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. MISSION Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.

FOCUS ON SAFETY

Safety is at the heart of everything we do

CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS

Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure

SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS

Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities

FOSTER TEAMWORK

Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion

SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS

Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence