Utility Tech

First Student • Memphis, TN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At First Student, the Utility Techs are an essential part of our team. They create a smooth-running environment to assist the location employees, location managers, and drivers. First Student is a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Knowledge of bus maintenance
• Ability to learn maintenance skills.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
• In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

Responsibilities

• Opens the gates to the lot and checks bus parking areas to ensure all can be dispatched in a timely manner.
• Re-positions any buses that may impede the traffic in the yard.
• Maintains accurate records and completes Bulk Fuel Receiving Report, Fuel Variance Report, Closing Month-end Report and Meter Calibration Report.
• Notifies the Location Manager or designee when a fuel delivery is required and ensures that accurate stick readings are taken before and after delivery.
• Checks and fills the oil, antifreeze, power steering, transmission fluid, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid and belts on buses being fueled.
• Performs light interior and exterior maintenance on buses as required.
• Performs any other management requests or directives as requested.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Stable employment with a well-established organization
• Opportunities for growth and internal advancement
• Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, electronics, and more through PerkSpot

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED