Diesel Mechanic

Exciting Opportunity for Diesel Mechanics – Jackson, MS!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.Join our team at First Student and play a vital role in keeping our fleet running safely and efficiently. This position offers the chance to apply your expertise, ensure reliable transportation for the community, and contribute to the success and growth of our operations in Jackson. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a real impact!As a Diesel Mechanic at First Student, you will play an integral role in ensuring the safety of the children who count on us for a ride to and from school in those classic yellow buses.Why join First as a Mechanic?In addition to a health benefits package, 401k with company matching, paid vacations, paid holidays, and tremendous growth opportunities, we are also proud to offer our technicians:$29.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat-rate)ASE incentive of $0.25/hour for each relevant ASE obtained (we pay for the training materials and exams!)Monday-FridayAnnual allowances for boots and prescription safety glassesState-of-the-art training programsDiscounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!About First Student's Mechanic PositionAt First Student, our diesel mechanics perform maintenance to ensure our fleet of newer vehicles is safe for road travel. They also use their diagnostic skills to troubleshoot issues needing repair work. As a technician at First Student, your day will include the tasks mentioned above and the following:Performing maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, & transmissionsCompleting work ordersAssisting with mobile emergency servicesMechanics and technicians are 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.You might be a fit for our Mechanic role if:You want to work in a position that meaningfully impacts your communityYou have 2-3 of experience working with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehiclesYou have a valid driver's license and a willingness to obtain a CDL (don't worry, we will train you for this!)You have a mechanic's tool setYou want to grow, learn, and develop your skillset through ASE testingFor our Mechanic roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:Do not have a college degreeHave military experienceAre returning to the workforceAre looking for hourly (not flat-rate) jobsGet your career on the road with First Student!