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First Transitposted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Philadelphia, PA
Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
About the position
As a Technician at First Student, your day-to-day work ensures our vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers. You'll complete both routine and advanced repairs, handle emergency service calls, and work under moderate supervision. You may also provide mentorship to entry-level technicians.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles including brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions
- Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs), DOT inspections, and diagnostic troubleshooting
- Maintain detailed service records, complete accurate work orders, and track parts usage
- Support emergency roadside service calls when needed
- Clean vehicles and maintain the shop environment
- Safely move vehicles around the yard or between work areas
- Repair and maintain shop tools and equipment
- Other duties as assigned by management
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience working with diesel, gas, electric, or CNG vehicles
- Comfortable using hand tools and diagnostics software
- Strong problem solver who thrives both independently and on a team
- Valid driver's license and willingness to obtain a CDL
- Willingness to build a personal mechanic tool set
- Eager to grow skills through ASE testing
Nice-to-haves
- High school diploma or GED (preferred)
- Vocational or technical training in vehicle repair (preferred)
- Class B CDL with passenger endorsement (or ability to obtain within 3 months)
- ASE Certifications (preferred, with requirement to begin ASE testing within 1 year)
- Experience performing DOT inspections and vehicle safety assessments
- Military experience, prior fleet maintenance, or previous bus/large vehicle repair a plus
Benefits
- Pay: $18.45/ hr
- ASE incentive of $0.25/hour for each relevant ASE obtained
- Monday-Friday schedule - no nights or weekends
- Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off including holidays and vacation
- Annual tool & gear allowances - boots and prescription safety glasses
- Ongoing, state-of-the-art training programs to support your career growth
- PerkSpot discounts on cell phone plans, car purchases, and more
