Salary:

$38.00 - $43.00/Hr

Job type:

Full Time

Resume required:

Yes

Street Address:

142 Oak Hill Way Brockton, MA 02301 United States of America

Posted date:

2026-04-17

Full job description:

Diesel Technician - Brockton, MA (Serving Local School Districts)

First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Brockton Public Schools in Brockton, MA!

Schedule: Monday-Friday | Full-Time Day Shift (Shift hours based on shop needs)

Pay: $38.00 - $43.00 per hour (NOT flat rate) + ASE incentives

If you're an experienced diesel mechanic, fleet technician, or automotive technician, this is a strong opportunity to step into a stable, union-supported role with consistent hours, competitive pay, and long-term growth.

At First Student, we don't just maintain buses-we keep communities moving. Every repair you make directly impacts the safety and reliability of student transportation.

Why Join First Student?

• Top Pay: $38.00 - $43.00/hour based on experience & ASE certifications

• ASE Incentives: Earn up to $2.00/hour more with School Bus ASE certifications

• No Flat Rate: Get paid for every hour worked

• Consistent Schedule: Monday-Friday day shift (no weekends required)

• Union Position: Competitive wages and protections under union agreement

• Full Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off: Vacation + paid holidays

• Career Growth: Advancement opportunities across 540+ locations in the U.S. & Canada

• Training Provided: Paid ASE testing + CDL Class B training

• Annual Allowances: Boots and prescription safety glasses

• PerkSpot Discounts: Savings on electronics, vehicles, travel, and more

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What You'll Do

As a Diesel Technician, you'll maintain and repair a fleet of school buses to ensure safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) and safety inspections

• Diagnose and repair engines, brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems

• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation

• Support road calls and emergency repairs when needed

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of diesel, fleet, or automotive mechanic experience

• Strong experience with vehicle diagnostics and repair

• Valid driver's license required

• CDL Class B (or willingness to obtain - company paid)

• Own mechanic tools

• Willingness to obtain ASE certifications (training + pay incentives provided)

• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced shop environment

Additional Information

• This is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug testing

• DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 prohibits use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana

Apply Today

If you're looking for steady work, strong pay, and a long-term career path, this is a role worth pursuing.

At First Student, our commitment to safety, dependability, and customer care creates an environment where you can thrive. With more than 120,000 employees across North America, we offer stability, growth, and exceptional training.

Apply today to join our team!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are 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.

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

Job reference:

JR11701-110