Gas and Diesel Technician

First Student•Rochester, NH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a Gas and Diesel Technician at its Rochester, New Hampshire shop to maintain vehicles serving the Dover, Somersworth, and Rollinsford school districts. The fleet includes gasoline- and diesel-powered school buses, vans, and light-duty vehicles, including Thomas Built, GM, Ford, Dodge, and Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The position offers hourly, full-time, year-round work on a Monday–Friday schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with pay of $36.00–$38.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications, per the union contract. The technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains vehicles; completes inspections and maintenance records; and supports safe, ready-for-service fleet operations. First Student provides company-paid ASE testing and training materials, as well as company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing. Career advancement opportunities include lead technician, shop supervision, and maintenance management roles. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug testing. The role requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.

Requirements

At least three years of gasoline, diesel, or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or an equivalent combination of technical school education and relevant hands-on experience.
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
A valid driver’s license.
A Class B CDL, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment; company-paid training is provided.
A mechanic’s tool set sufficient to perform assigned work.
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program.
Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic work orders and access maintenance information.
Availability to work Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.

Nice To Haves

Experience repairing both gasoline and diesel vehicles, particularly buses, vans, and light-duty vehicles.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles.
Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
Inspect and repair brakes, engines, suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, clutches, and related components.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and vehicle-performance concerns.
Maintain school buses, vans, and light-duty support vehicles.
Complete electronic work orders and maintenance records accurately.
Assist with mobile emergency repairs when needed.
Follow company safety procedures and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Work with fellow technicians and operations staff to keep vehicles ready for service.
Maintain a safe, organized work area.

Benefits

Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid holidays and vacation time.
Annual allowances for work boots and prescription safety glasses.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support services.
PerkSpot discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, travel, and more.
Access to earned wages before payday through Chime® MyPay at Work™.
Salt® Rewards Program for employee savings and rewards.
Opportunities to advance into lead technician, shop supervision, and maintenance management roles.