Opportunity and position information: First Student--We are a company living a clear vision: to provide SAFE and innovative transportation services that are global in scale, but local in approach.

It takes a team of over 70,000 employees, all working together to sustain our vision—and thanks to the dedication of our associates, from those on the bus lot to those in the board room, we are truly the safest way to the school day. First Student is twice as safe as the industry average (NSTA) and has been recognized nationally for our commitment to safety, having been awarded the 2009 Green Cross for Safety Medal by the National Safety Council.

We are proud of our employees and our past, but our history is just a launching point to an exciting future with tremendous potential—potential that can only be realized with a team of outstanding men and women….

That’s where you come in.

Job Description:
Diesel Mechanic - Diesel Technician Needed!
Due to our increasing expansion and rapid growth, we are now hiring Diesel Technicians to maintain our fleet of school buses at our Wood River Junction, RI, location.

Job duties include:  

    * Repairs and maintains school buses and school bus equipment.
    * Inspects and tests equipment at prescribed intervals of time and usage or upon malfunction or breakdown.
    * Inspects, tests, and aligns bus lights and wheels and maintains electrical systems and controls.  Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotates wheels at prescribed mileage intervals.  Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards.  Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
    * Disassembles, inspects, and replaces worn or broken parts.  Fits and adjusts new or repaired parts.
    * Test drives repaired equipment.
    * Uses hoist wrenches, gauges, drills or grinders, or other specialized mechanic tools and equipment.
    * Performs limited bodywork and repainting on vehicles after a breakdown or accident.
    * Oils and greases vehicles; changes filters.
    * Maintains part usage records and orders repair parts from designated suppliers.
    * Notifies supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken.
    * May be required to maintain small parts storeroom.
    * Performs all other duties as assigned.  

First Student cares as much about you as our students’ safety.  That’s why we offer competitive wages and benefits, company training, paid holidays and vacation, Medical and Dental insurance, 401(K) savings plan, free uniforms, and much more.

Job Requirements:
Our School Bus Technicians must:

    * Be at least 21 years of age
    * Have a valid driver’s license
    * Have or be able to obtain a CDL license
    * Possess a combination of education and technical experience including a minimum of 1-2 years diesel service and fleet experience (ASE certifications preferred)
    * Be able to pass a background and criminal records check, a physical exam, and a drug screen

First Student is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity. Drug screening is a condition of employment.

Benefits Include:

    * Health Insurance
    * Prescription Coverage
    * Life Insurance
    * Disability Coverage
    * Dental Coverage
    * Vision Coverage
    * 401(K) Retirement Plan
    * Paid Vacation
    * Paid Holidays
    * Paid Personal Day
    * Paid Sick Days
    * Provided Uniforms
    * Tool Allowance
    * Safety Shoes
    * Co-pay for prescription glasses