
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.
Now Hiring: Mechanic – Timberlane Regional School Shop
Ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact in your community? First Student is looking for a full-time Mechanic to join our team serving Timberlane Regional School. Help us keep our classic yellow buses—and the kids who ride them—safe every day!
Why Choose First Student?
Competitive hourly wage: $32.00 – $36.50 per union contract (based on experience/qualifications, not flat-rate)
Earn $0.25/hour extra for each relevant ASE certification (we cover your study materials and exams!)
Full-time hours: Monday–Friday, 5:30 am–2:00 pm—your weekends are yours!
Annual boot and prescription safety glasses allowances
Industry-leading training and support
Discounts on cell phones, cars, and more via Perk Spot
Health benefits, 401k with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and room to grow your career
What You'll Do:
Maintain and repair a fleet of International PSI Gas Buses, Freightliner TBB Cummins Diesel, GM TBB Small Buses, and Chrysler Mini Vans
Diagnose and troubleshoot issues needing repair
Perform work on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions
Complete work orders and documentation
Assist with mobile/emergency repairs as needed
Requirements:
1–5 years' experience working on automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles
Valid driver's license (CDL training provided!)
Your own mechanic's tool set
Willingness to grow through ASE testing (extra pay, and we help you prepare!)
DOT drug testing required. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not allow Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
Who Thrives Here?
Anyone wanting a role that matters in their community
Military veterans
Those returning to the workforce or seeking stable, hourly work
Candidates without a college degree
No flat-rate headaches—just steady pay, steady work, and a chance to build your future.
Ready to get your career on the road? Apply today and join the First Student team!
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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