Diesel Technician

First Student•Danbury, CT

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Diesel Technician – Danbury, CT First Student is hiring immediately for a Diesel Technician at our shop serving Danbury Public Schools! As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will play an important role in keeping our school buses safe, reliable, and ready to transport students throughout the Danbury community. If you take pride in your work and want a stable, year-round opportunity where your skills make a difference, we want to hear from you. About the Diesel Technician Position Our Diesel Technicians maintain and repair school buses to ensure every vehicle is safe and ready for service. You will use your mechanical and diagnostic skills to identify problems, complete repairs, and support the daily operation of the Danbury fleet.

Requirements

At least one year of automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicle maintenance experience
A valid driver’s license
Willing and able to obtain a CDL with company-paid training
A mechanic’s tool set
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Comfortable using computers to complete work orders and access maintenance information
Interested in expanding your skills through ASE training and certification
Take pride in performing safe, accurate, and dependable work
English proficiency

Nice To Haves

Do not have a college degree
Have military maintenance experience
Are returning to the workforce
Looking for a stable hourly position instead of flat-rate work
Want an opportunity to continue learning and advance their career

Responsibilities

Performing preventive maintenance and safety inspections
Diagnosing and repairing diesel and automotive systems
Maintaining and repairing brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, and related components
Completing work orders accurately and documenting repairs
Ensuring vehicles meet company and regulatory safety standards
Assisting with mobile emergency repairs when needed
Working closely with the maintenance and operations teams to keep the fleet available for service

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Career advancement opportunities
$27.00–$31.00 per hour , based on experience and certifications
Hourly pay, not flat rate
$0.25-per-hour increase for each relevant ASE certification obtained and maintained
Company-paid ASE training materials and exams
Consistent, full-time, year-round work
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
Company-paid CDL training
State-of-the-art training and development programs
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