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First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America, with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with school districts across the U.S. and Canada, helping millions of students and passengers get where they need to go safely each day.

Hourly Rate: $23.84/hr

About the Role

The Fueler / Mechanic Assistant supports daily transit operations by fueling vehicles, checking fluid levels, maintaining accurate fuel records, inspecting vehicles for visible damage, and helping keep the yard, fuel island, buildings, and grounds clean and safe.

This is a hands-on, outdoor operations role that helps ensure paratransit vehicles are ready to dispatch on time each day.

What You\'ll Do

Open gates and prepare the parking lot and fuel island for daily operations
Check parking areas to ensure vehicles can be dispatched safely and on time
Reposition vehicles in the yard as needed to maintain traffic flow
Fuel paratransit vehicles and complete accurate stick and meter readings
Move vehicles between locations
Maintain fuel-related records, including:
- Bulk Fuel Receiving Reports
- Fuel Variance Reports
- Month-End Closing Reports
- Meter Calibration Reports
Notify management when fuel deliveries are needed
Follow proper procedures before, during, and after fuel deliveries
Check and fill vehicle fluids, including oil, antifreeze, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid
Inspect belts and report any issues to the appropriate maintenance contact
Check tires twice per week for damage and proper air pressure
Report tire damage or vehicle damage immediately to the shop or management team
Maintain required spill-barrel inventory and assist with spill containment procedures when needed
Keep the fuel island stocked with supplies needed for daily vehicle checks
Clean vehicle interiors and exteriors as needed to maintain fleet cleanliness
Assist with light building and grounds maintenance, including yard cleanliness, weeds, grass, and assigned projects
Complete additional tasks as assigned by management

What We\'re Looking For

Class A or B CDL or the ability to obtain one once hired
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
Strong attention to detail when completing logs, reports, and inspections
Ability to communicate professionally with drivers, managers, maintenance staff, and operations team members
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays based on business needs
Ability to follow safety procedures, especially around fuel, fluids, vehicles, and spill containment

Physical Requirements

This role requires regular outdoor and hands-on work. Candidates should be comfortable with:

Working in wet, cold, hot, or seasonal weather conditions
Standing for extended periods
Bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, and stooping during vehicle checks and inspections
Using hands and fingers to complete paperwork, inspections, and basic tasks
Hearing, speaking, and seeing clearly enough to perform job duties safely
Writing clear, legible reports and records
Moving around a vehicle yard and fuel island throughout the shift

Why Join First Student?

Steady, hands-on operations role
Opportunity to support essential paratransit service
Team-oriented work environment
Training provided on fuel procedures, vehicle checks, safety expectations, and reporting requirements
A role that directly supports safe and reliable daily transportation

Disclaimer

Nothing in this job description restricts management\'s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. This job description reflects management\'s assignment of essential functions and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Language Requirement
This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

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.

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Hourly Rate: $23.84/hr

About the Role

This is a hands-on, outdoor operations role that helps ensure paratransit vehicles are ready to dispatch on time each day.

What You\'ll Do

Open gates and prepare the parking lot and fuel island for daily operations
Check parking areas to ensure vehicles can be dispatched safely and on time
Reposition vehicles in the yard as needed to maintain traffic flow
Fuel paratransit vehicles and complete accurate stick and meter readings
Move vehicles between locations
Maintain fuel-related records, including:
- Bulk Fuel Receiving Reports
- Fuel Variance Reports
- Month-End Closing Reports
- Meter Calibration Reports
Notify management when fuel deliveries are needed
Follow proper procedures before, during, and after fuel deliveries
Check and fill vehicle fluids, including oil, antifreeze, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid
Inspect belts and report any issues to the appropriate maintenance contact
Check tires twice per week for damage and proper air pressure
Report tire damage or vehicle damage immediately to the shop or management team
Maintain required spill-barrel inventory and assist with spill containment procedures when needed
Keep the fuel island stocked with supplies needed for daily vehicle checks
Clean vehicle interiors and exteriors as needed to maintain fleet cleanliness
Assist with light building and grounds maintenance, including yard cleanliness, weeds, grass, and assigned projects
Complete additional tasks as assigned by management

What We\'re Looking For

Class A or B CDL or the ability to obtain one once hired
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
Strong attention to detail when completing logs, reports, and inspections
Ability to communicate professionally with drivers, managers, maintenance staff, and operations team members
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays based on business needs
Ability to follow safety procedures, especially around fuel, fluids, vehicles, and spill containment

Physical Requirements

This role requires regular outdoor and hands-on work. Candidates should be comfortable with:

Working in wet, cold, hot, or seasonal weather conditions
Standing for extended periods
Bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, and stooping during vehicle checks and inspections
Using hands and fingers to complete paperwork, inspections, and basic tasks
Hearing, speaking, and seeing clearly enough to perform job duties safely
Writing clear, legible reports and records
Moving around a vehicle yard and fuel island throughout the shift

Why Join First Student?

Steady, hands-on operations role
Opportunity to support essential paratransit service
Team-oriented work environment
Training provided on fuel procedures, vehicle checks, safety expectations, and reporting requirements
A role that directly supports safe and reliable daily transportation

Disclaimer

First for a reason:

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- Home to School
  Full-service student transportation
- Special Needs Transportation
  Service, training & support
- Alternative Transportation
  Non-yellow bus services
- Non-Contract Services
  À la carte services
- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
- Halo™
  Our proprietary technology platform
- First View®
  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
- Electric Buses
  Sustainable fleet solutions
- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
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- Safety Culture
  Practices, processes & technology
- Driver Training
  Comprehensive programs for drivers
- First Serves®
  Student support training program
- Safety Dog
  Our safety ambassador mascot
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- Leadership
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- Newsroom
  Media kit, news & stats
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Contact
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  Improve your student experience
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- Submit an RFP
  Request a competitive proposal
- Feedback
  Community feedback portal
- Mergers & Acquisitions
  Our step-by-step process
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Programs & Services
- Home-to-School
  Full-service student transportation
- Special Needs Transportation
  Service, training & support
- Alternative Transportation
  Non-yellow bus services
- Non-Contract Services
  À la carte services
- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
- HALO™
  Our proprietary technology platform
- First View®
  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
- Electric Buses
  Sustainable fleet solutions
- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
Safety & Training
- Safety Culture
  Practices, processes & technology
- Driver Training
  Comprehensive programs for drivers
- First Serves®
  Student support training program
- Safety Dog
  Our safety ambassador mascot
About
- About First Student
  The leader in student transportation
- Leadership
  Meet our team
- Newsroom
  Media kit, news & stats
- Press Releases
  Recent happenings & developments
- Investor Relations
  Financials & investor relations events
Contact
- Partner with Us
  Improve your student experience
- Contact Us
  Connect with us
- Submit an RFP
  Request a competitive proposal
- Provide Feedback
  Community feedback portal
- Mergers & Acquisitions
  Our step-by-step process

Diesel Mechanic Assistant/Fueler

First Student

Chicago, Illinois, US

Full Time

$23.84/Hourly

5635 West 55th Street Chicago, IL 60638 United States of America

First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America, with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable trans...

Posted 2026-08-12

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