Technician I

First Student • Scott City, MO

17h • Onsite

About The Position

First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for their shop serving Scott City, MO (Cape Girardeau). This role is an opportunity to make a real difference by keeping the community moving and ensuring students are safe and on time. The team focuses on reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families. First Student is North America’s leading school transportation provider, serving over 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily, but the focus in Scott City is local, emphasizing collaboration, safety, and community connection. As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.

Requirements

• At least 2-4 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience
• Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license required
• CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment – Company paid training provided
• Possession of a mechanic’s tool set to complete all assigned duties
• Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided)
• Strong computer skills
• This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers
• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections
• Complete work orders accurately
• Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed

Benefits

• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues

What This Job Offers

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