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First Student is now hiring a Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving North Bend School District!

Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time, 8-hour day shift

If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day-because behind every bus is a skilled mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community.

While First Student is North America\'s leading school transportation provider-serving more than 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily-our focus here in North Bend is local. You\'ll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection.

Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
Hourly Rate: $30- $32.50 per hour (NOT flat rate).
Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more).
Monday-Friday day shift schedule with consistent, year-round work.
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Paid holidays and vacation time.
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.

About the Diesel Technician Position

As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.

Diesel Technician key responsibilities include:

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
Complete work orders accurately.
Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Diesel Technician Qualifications

At least 3 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver\'s license required.
CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
Possession of a mechanic\'s tool set to complete all assigned duties.
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
Strong computer skills.
Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing 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.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

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.

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First Student is now hiring a Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving North Bend School District!

Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time, 8-hour day shift

If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day-because behind every bus is a skilled mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community.

While First Student is North America\'s leading school transportation provider-serving more than 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily-our focus here in North Bend is local. You\'ll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection.

Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
Hourly Rate: $30- $32.50 per hour (NOT flat rate).
Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more).
Monday-Friday day shift schedule with consistent, year-round work.
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Paid holidays and vacation time.
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.

About the Diesel Technician Position

As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.

Diesel Technician key responsibilities include:

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
Complete work orders accurately.
Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Diesel Technician Qualifications

At least 3 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver\'s license required.
CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
Possession of a mechanic\'s tool set to complete all assigned duties.
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
Strong computer skills.
Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing 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.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

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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- 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
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  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
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  Above-ground charging infrastructure
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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

First Student

North Bend, Oregon, US

Full Time

$30 - $32.50/Hr

1810 Monroe Ave. North Bend, OR 97459 United States of America

First Student is now hiring a Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving North Bend School District! Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time, 8-hour day sh...

Posted 2026-06-10

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