Semi-Sklilled Service Employee

First Student•Chester, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a Semi-Skilled Service Employee in Chester, Connecticut, to support maintenance operations in Region 4 and East Lyme. The position helps keep school buses, student transportation vehicles (STVs), and maintenance vehicles fueled, maintained, and ready for service. Work combines basic automotive repairs with fueling, fluid checks, yard coordination, and light facility maintenance. The role requires some hands-on mechanical experience, including basic repairs such as replacing headlights, bulbs, and wiper blades. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Starting pay is $25.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on experience. The position is subject to DOT drug testing and a physical, and requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications. The employer states it is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

Some mechanical experience performing basic automotive repairs.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
Willingness to learn additional maintenance skills.
Ability to keep accurate records and follow instructions.
Attention to detail when fueling, checking fluids, and working around moving vehicles.
Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
English proficiency is required for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.
Subject to DOT drug testing and a physical.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with buses is helpful.

Responsibilities

Perform basic automotive repairs, including replacing headlights, bulbs, wiper blades, and other minor components.
Fuel buses and other fleet vehicles safely.
Check and replenish engine oil, coolant, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid as appropriate.
Check belts and report mechanical concerns to the maintenance team.
Open lot gates, inspect parking areas, and reposition vehicles as needed to keep dispatch lanes clear.
Coordinate vehicle flow through fueling and parking areas.
Maintain accurate fuel stick and meter readings.
Complete fuel receiving, fuel variance, month-end, and meter calibration reports.
Notify the Location Manager or designee when fuel deliveries are needed and record accurate readings before and after delivery.
Stock required supplies and equipment.
Perform light interior and exterior vehicle maintenance.
Assist with light building and grounds maintenance.
Follow company safety procedures and complete other assigned duties.