Semi-Skilled Service Employee

First Student • Taftville, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

First Student is seeking an Entry-Level Maintenance Technician to service the towns of Norwich, New London, Stonington, Sprague, Bozrah, and Lisbon. This role is part of a family of over 60,000 employees dedicated to safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers daily. The company's brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. First Student emphasizes safety and innovation, with employees creating and implementing advanced training and technology in the transportation industry. The company's mission is to provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, ensuring students have an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential. Core values include a focus on safety, care for students by ensuring welcoming and trusted vehicles, surpassing customer expectations, fostering teamwork, and setting the highest standards through innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Previous gasoline or diesel vehicle maintenance & repair experience
• Valid driver's license
• Willingness to obtain a Valid CDL within 6 months of employment
• Ability to utilize power and air tools as needed
• Subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school training
• Valid CDL

Responsibilities

• Performing light vehicle maintenance to First Student Standards of Excellence
• Communicating professionally with customers, team members, and supervisors
• Opening the fuel island duties, including fueling and checking fluids
• Performing minor vehicle repairs
• Moving vehicles safely between job and work area
• Properly using state of the art paperless maintenance system
• Actively participating in safety and educational training as required
• Check and add fluids to vehicles as needed
• Complete other maintenance tasks assigned by the supervisor

Benefits

• The hourly wage of $27.63 is set per Union contract
• Excellent benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) savings plan
• Company training
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for advancement nationwide!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees