First Student | Careers

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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.

First Student is now hiring a Shop Foreman - Lead Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving the Lorain, Oh area.

First things First: Who are we?

Twice the size of our next largest competitor, First Student is the leading school transportation solutions provider in North America. Every day, we complete 5 million student journeys, moving more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With a team of highly trained drivers and the industry\'s strongest safety record, First Student delivers reliable, quality services to 1,100 school districts.

Why join First as a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic?

$33-36 per hour based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat rate)
An additional $0.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
Monday-Friday [Insert Shift Times] full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round work
Tremendous career advancement opportunities
Benefits including medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)
Paid holidays & vacation
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
State-of-the-art training programs
Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!

About the Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic Position

As a Lead Fleet Technician / Shop Foreman at First Student, you\'ll schedule and perform school bus fleet maintenance, diagnose and troubleshoot complex problems, and maintain service records. Other job duties will include:

Supervise technicians in the shop.
Generate work orders and track progress through completion.
Maintain advanced knowledge of all vehicle components to effectively diagnose and perform maintenance and repairs.
Monitor shop operational performance and efficiency and take action to improve as needed.

Lead Fleet Technician / Shop Foreman Qualifications

Valid driver\'s license required; Willingness to obtain CDL while employed - We train!
At least 5 years of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience or technical school education.
Previous experience in a lead technician, supervisor, or other management role is preferred.
Possess a mechanic\'s tool set.
Willingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided!
Subject to DOT drug as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Get your career on the road with First Student!

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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First for a reason:

First Student is now hiring a Shop Foreman - Lead Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving the Lorain, Oh area.

First things First: Who are we?

Why join First as a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic?

$33-36 per hour based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat rate)
An additional $0.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
Monday-Friday [Insert Shift Times] full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round work
Tremendous career advancement opportunities
Benefits including medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)
Paid holidays & vacation
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
State-of-the-art training programs
Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!

About the Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic Position

Supervise technicians in the shop.
Generate work orders and track progress through completion.
Maintain advanced knowledge of all vehicle components to effectively diagnose and perform maintenance and repairs.
Monitor shop operational performance and efficiency and take action to improve as needed.

Lead Fleet Technician / Shop Foreman Qualifications

Valid driver\'s license required; Willingness to obtain CDL while employed - We train!
At least 5 years of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience or technical school education.
Previous experience in a lead technician, supervisor, or other management role is preferred.
Possess a mechanic\'s tool set.
Willingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided!
Subject to DOT drug as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Get your career on the road with First Student!

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Now Hiring Monitor/Aide
At First Student, our Monitors/Aides are a constant reflection of our company\'s commitment to safety and customer service. The Monitor/Aide is responsible for providing operational oversight, day-to-day management, and assists drivers in safe operation of routes.

At First Student, we are proud to offer:

• $16.50/HR

• Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
• Positive and rewarding work environment

Monitor/Aide Responsibilities:
• Knows the route and remains alert to monitor the welfare of passengers while in route
• Communicates behavior problems and conditions of various stops with the driver
• Assists in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus
• Assists students in the loading and unloading process
• Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, students, and parents
• Attends all safety and training meetings
• Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including use of exiting by emergency door
• Opens and closes service doors and moves up and down steps multiple times daily
• Cleans the inside of the bus
• Assists driver when necessary to safely direct the vehicle backwards

Monitor/Aide Required Experience and Skills:
• Good verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Early morning availability
• Judgement/problem solving skills
• Ability to manage high degrees of stress

First Student\'s commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you\'ll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you\'ll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training.

Apply today to join our team!

First for a reason:

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At First Student, we are proud to offer:

• $16.50/HR

• Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
• Positive and rewarding work environment

Apply today to join our team!

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
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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

Lead Diesel Mechanic

First Student

Lorain, Ohio, US

Full Time

$33 - $36/Hr

1923 Elyria Lorain, OH 44052 United States of America

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 passe...

Posted 2025-11-10

Monitor/Aide

First Student

Euclid, Ohio, US

Part Time

$16.50/Hr

393 Babbitt St Euclid, OH 44132 United States of America

Now Hiring Monitor/AideAt First Student, our Monitors/Aides are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service. The ...

Posted 2026-01-29

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