Diesel Mechanic III

First Student•Rochester, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a Diesel Mechanic III in Rochester, New York, serving Rochester City School, West Irondequoit, and Brighton School District. The position maintains and repairs school buses to support passenger safety and vehicle reliability. The role pays $38.67 per hour, with a Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. day-shift schedule and year-round work. A $5,000 hiring bonus is offered, along with an additional $0.25 per hour for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained, up to $2 per hour. The mechanic diagnoses and performs vehicle maintenance and repairs, including brake work and inspections, engine tune-ups, suspension and drivetrain repairs, transmission clutches, preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections. The position also involves accurately completing work orders and assisting with mobile emergency repairs when needed. The role requires at least five years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience. Candidates need vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills, a valid driver’s license, strong computer skills, and a mechanic’s tool set. A CDL Class B is required or must be obtained within 60 days of employment; company-paid training is provided. A Pennsylvania state inspection license is required, or the candidate must be willing to obtain one. The employee must be willing to participate in the ASE certification program. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug testing. English proficiency is required for training, safety communications, policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.

Requirements

At least 5 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.
CDL Class B, or ability to obtain it within 60 days of employment.
Pennsylvania state inspection license, or willingness to obtain one.
Possess a mechanic’s tool set sufficient to complete assigned duties.
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program, including training and testing.
Strong computer skills.
English proficiency for job-related communications.

Responsibilities

Maintain vehicles to ensure they are safe for passengers.
Diagnose and perform vehicle maintenance and repairs, including brake repairs and inspections, engine tune-ups, suspension and drivetrain work, transmission clutches, and other repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
Complete work orders accurately.
Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Benefits

$5,000 hiring bonus.
Additional $0.25 per hour for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained, up to $2 per hour.
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
401(k) with company match.
Paid holidays and personal time off.
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through PerkSpot.
Employee Assistance Program counseling and support services.
Career advancement opportunities.