Technician in Charge

First Student • Ponder, TX

84d • $31

About The Position

As a Lead Fleet Technician / Shop Foreman at First Student, you'll schedule and perform school bus fleet maintenance, diagnose and troubleshoot complex problems, and maintain service records. Other job duties will include supervising technicians in the shop, generating work orders and tracking progress through completion, maintaining advanced knowledge of all vehicle components to effectively diagnose and perform maintenance and repairs, and monitoring shop operational performance and efficiency and taking action to improve as needed.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license required; Willingness to obtain CDL while employed - We train!
• At least 5 years of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience or technical school education.
• Previous experience in a lead technician, supervisor, or other management role is preferred.
• Possess a mechanic's tool set.
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided!
• Subject to DOT drug as a safety-sensitive employee.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform school bus fleet maintenance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex problems.
• Maintain service records.
• Supervise technicians in the shop.
• Generate work orders and track progress through completion.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of all vehicle components to effectively diagnose and perform maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor shop operational performance and efficiency and take action to improve as needed.

Benefits

• $31.25 per hour based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat rate)
• An additional $0.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• Monday-Friday full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round work
• Tremendous career advancement opportunities
• Benefits including medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• State-of-the-art training programs
• Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!
• Hourly employees are rewarded for every hour worked and can redeem earned points for a variety of prizes, gift certificates, trips or future planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees