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Lead Diesel Technician - Fitchburg, MA

First Student is now hiring a Lead Diesel Technician for our shop serving the Fitchburg, MA district.

Location: Fitchburg, MA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time day shift
Hourly Wage: $40.69 per hour wage

As a Lead Diesel Technician, you will help ensure every vehicle operates safely, efficiently, and reliably-keeping students and communities moving with confidence.

Why join First Student as a Lead Diesel Technician?

$40.69 per hour wage.
Monday-Friday day shift with consistent, year-round work
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing
Tool and boot allowance
Career advancement opportunities into maintenance, operations, management, and leadership roles across more than 540 locations in the United States and Canada
Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Paid holidays and vacation time
Prescription safety-glasses allowance
State-of-the-art training programs
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and support for personal and work-related concerns

About the Lead Diesel Technician Position

As a Lead Diesel Technician at First Student, you will support the shop\'s preventive-maintenance program, help develop technicians, and promote safe, efficient maintenance practices.

Responsibilities include:

Oversee complex vehicle diagnostics and repairs
Perform road tests when needed
Maintain advanced knowledge of engines, emissions systems, transmissions, brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, and HVAC systems
Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities
Supervise shop technicians and conduct daily huddles, training, and performance evaluations
Assist with hiring decisions
Manage inventory control and approve expenses within the scope of the position
Schedule fleet maintenance and help ensure work is completed on time
Conduct inspections and monitor shop and technician performance
Maintain compliance with federal, state, company, and safety requirements
Communicate with management regarding fleet status, budgets, and special projects
Participate in the ASE certification program
Perform hands-on maintenance and repair work as needed

Lead Diesel Technician Qualifications

At least five years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or relevant technical-school education
Previous experience as a lead technician, supervisor, or maintenance manager is preferred
Valid driver\'s license required
Willingness to obtain a CDL while employed; company-paid training is provided
Strong computer skills
Ability to provide a mechanic\'s tool set
ASE certifications preferred

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive role. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Take the wheel and move your career forward with First Student. Join a team where your leadership and technical expertise will directly support safe, reliable transportation for the Fitchburg community.

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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Lead Diesel Technician - Fitchburg, MA

First Student is now hiring a Lead Diesel Technician for our shop serving the Fitchburg, MA district.

Location: Fitchburg, MA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time day shift
Hourly Wage: $40.69 per hour wage

As a Lead Diesel Technician, you will help ensure every vehicle operates safely, efficiently, and reliably-keeping students and communities moving with confidence.

Why join First Student as a Lead Diesel Technician?

$40.69 per hour wage.
Monday-Friday day shift with consistent, year-round work
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing
Tool and boot allowance
Career advancement opportunities into maintenance, operations, management, and leadership roles across more than 540 locations in the United States and Canada
Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Paid holidays and vacation time
Prescription safety-glasses allowance
State-of-the-art training programs
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and support for personal and work-related concerns

About the Lead Diesel Technician Position

As a Lead Diesel Technician at First Student, you will support the shop\'s preventive-maintenance program, help develop technicians, and promote safe, efficient maintenance practices.

Responsibilities include:

Oversee complex vehicle diagnostics and repairs
Perform road tests when needed
Maintain advanced knowledge of engines, emissions systems, transmissions, brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, and HVAC systems
Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities
Supervise shop technicians and conduct daily huddles, training, and performance evaluations
Assist with hiring decisions
Manage inventory control and approve expenses within the scope of the position
Schedule fleet maintenance and help ensure work is completed on time
Conduct inspections and monitor shop and technician performance
Maintain compliance with federal, state, company, and safety requirements
Communicate with management regarding fleet status, budgets, and special projects
Participate in the ASE certification program
Perform hands-on maintenance and repair work as needed

Lead Diesel Technician Qualifications

At least five years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or relevant technical-school education
Previous experience as a lead technician, supervisor, or maintenance manager is preferred
Valid driver\'s license required
Willingness to obtain a CDL while employed; company-paid training is provided
Strong computer skills
Ability to provide a mechanic\'s tool set
ASE certifications preferred

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive role. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

First for a reason:

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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

Tech in Charge / Diesel Shop Foreman

First Student

Fitchburg, Massachusetts, US

Full Time

$40.69/Hourly

203 Airport Road Fitchburg, MA 01420 United States of America

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