Fleet Technician

First Student•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will perform routine and some non-routine maintenance and repair work on vehicles (buses, vans etc.) which adheres to FirstGroup standards. This may include but is not limited to tire maintenance, fulfilling service calls for repair, conducting visual inspections of vehicles and related work as assigned. The role performs work under minimal supervision, handles more advanced issues and problems, and may refer more complex issues to higher-level staff. All work is performed with a commitment to safety and the technician may mentor or provide informal guidance to Technician I. In the state of Washington, this position is considered a safety-sensitive position and is therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. First Student is a family of 60,000+ employees dedicated to safely transporting over 5 million students and passengers daily, with brands including Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. The company emphasizes safety and innovation, providing advanced training and technology. First is committed to providing a drug-free workplace and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with fair chance ordinances. The company's mission is to provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, focusing on safety, student care, customer satisfaction, teamwork, and high standards through innovation and sustainable practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Class B CDL with passenger endorsement required (or expected within 3 months of hire)
State inspection license (if required)
Must participate in ASE testing program within 1 year (expected to have 3 ASE within 12 months of hire)
Intermediate mechanical aptitude
3 years of automotive or diesel repair experience or equivalent education and experience
Adhere to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards
Valid driver’s license
Intermediate problem-solving ability
Intermediate computer skills
Comfortable using hand tools
Strong customer service skills and communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Maintain an organized shop and clean work environment
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers
Possess adequate mechanic tool inventory to complete all assigned duties and maintained in a clean and safe manner

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair
ASE Certification preferred
3 years of automotive or diesel repair experience

Responsibilities

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers by performing limited repairs with moderate supervision on basic and advanced maintenance such as replacement of light bulbs, fuses, lenses, wiper blades, belts, hoses, batteries, check fluid levels, change fluids and filters and lubricate components.
Perform mechanical repairs under moderate supervision including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
Maintain records of all maintenance work completed on vehicles including parts and supplies used.
Ensure that work orders are completed properly and accurately.
Maintain parts usage records and order repair parts from designated suppliers
Assist Tech III with preventative maintenance (PM’s), safety maintenance inspections and annual maintenance inspections at prescribed intervals of time and usage
Remove and replace engine, transmission and differential assemblies with Maintenance Technician III supervision.
Diagnoses and performs accurately all phases of vehicle and equipment repair under moderate supervision.
Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken
Evaluates completed work prior to release and seeks approval where required
Assist with road calls and emergency services as necessary
Adhere to FirstGroup standards, policies and procedures
Moves vehicles safely between job and work area
Repair and maintain all shop equipment
Cleans vehicles as requested or required
Other responsibility as requested or required