Diesel Mechanic II

First Student•Plymouth Meeting, PA

4d•$34•Onsite

About The Position

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. First Student is now hiring a Diesel Mechanic in Plymouth Meeting, PA shop serving Norristown, Colonial and William Penn School Districts! Hours: Monday–Friday, Full-time Day Shift Pay Rate: $34.00 HR. If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day—because behind every bus is a skilled mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community. While First Student is North America’s leading school transportation provider—serving more than 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily—our focus here in [District Name] is local. You’ll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection. As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.

Requirements

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.
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.

Responsibilities

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers
Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and 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

Benefits

Starting pay rate $34.00 hr.
Bonus rate start at $.30 per ASE obtained, Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
Monday–Friday 6:00am-5:00pm (4 10 hour days)
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Paid holidays and vacation time
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.