Diesel Mechanic

First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Gardner, KS! Hours/Schedule: Monday–Friday, Full-time day shift 8:00am-5:00pm (or 7:00am-4:00pm). Pay Details Hourly Rate: $25 – $30 per hour, based on experience (NOT flat rate). Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more). Mono‑year work schedule. Benefits Company‑paid ASE testing and training materials; CDL Class B training and licensing; medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match; paid holidays, vacation time; annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses; discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and other perks through the PerkSpot program; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling and support services. Responsibilities Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for passengers. Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including repairs of brakes, brake inspections, engine tune‑ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs. Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections. Complete work orders accurately. Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed. Qualifications At least 3+ years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience. Vehicle diagnostic and problem‑solving skills. Valid driver’s license required; CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment – company paid training provided. Possession of a mechanic’s tool set to complete all assigned duties. Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided). Strong computer skills. Position subject to DOT drug testing as a safety‑sensitive employee. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr