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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.\nNow Hiring: Diesel Mechanic - Guilford County Schools | First Student\nLocation: First Student - Guilford County, NC\nSchedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM\nPay: $28-$31 per hour (based on experience and qualifications; not flat-rate)\nFirst Student is hiring immediately for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join our team servicing the Guilford County School District. In this role, you'll help maintain and repair our fleet of school buses-ensuring safe, reliable transportation for students in your community.\nWhy Work with First Student?\nWe offer a comprehensive and supportive work environment designed to help our technicians grow their careers while maintaining work-life balance.\nCompetitive hourly pay: $28-$31/hour (based on experience and certifications)\n\nAdditional $0.25/hour for each relevant ASE certification (we pay for the training and exams)\n\nConsistent Monday-Friday schedule, no nights or weekends\n\nFull benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match\n\nPaid vacation and holidays\n\nAnnual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses\n\nAccess to state-of-the-art training programs\n\nDiscounts on phones, vehicles, and more through our Perk Spot program\n\nWhat You’ll Do:\nAs a Diesel Mechanic with First Student, your responsibilities will include:\nConducting preventative maintenance and repairs on diesel school buses\n\nDiagnosing and repairing brake systems, suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, and other major components\n\nPerforming routine service tasks: replacing lights, fuses, wiper blades, filters, belts, batteries, and fluids\n\nCompleting and maintaining accurate work orders, maintenance records, and parts usage logs\n\nPerforming emergency mobile repairs as needed\n\nLeading inspections, safety checks, and annual maintenance processes\n\nUsing diagnostic tools, including manufacturer software, to identify and resolve issues\n\nMaintaining a clean, safe, and organized shop environment\n\nSupporting shop safety by identifying and reporting equipment issues\n\nQualifications:\nAt least 5 years of experience with diesel, automotive, electric, or CNG vehicles (or equivalent training/education)\n\nValid driver’s license\n\nWillingness to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire (training provided)\n\nASE Brake Certification required within first 6 months (we cover costs)\n\nAdequate personal toolset\n\nPreferred:\nASE certifications (additional pay available per certification)\n\nAdvanced mechanical and diagnostic skills\n\nFamiliarity with DOT safety regulations\n\nComputer literacy for diagnostics and maintenance records\n\nStrong communication and teamwork abilities\n\nAbility to work independently with minimal supervision\n\nWorking Conditions:\nShop environment with exposure to dust, grease, and outdoor weather\n\nAbility to lift at least 50 pounds and work in physically demanding positions (crouching, under vehicles, etc.)\n\nCompliance with all DOT drug testing requirements (including restrictions on Schedule I substances such as marijuana)\n\nWho Should Apply?\nWe welcome candidates who:\nAre returning to the workforce\n\nHave military or trade school experience\n\nAre looking for stable hourly work (not flat-rate)\n\nDon’t have a college degree but bring hands-on mechanical expertise\n\nReady to Join Our Team?\nApply today to take the next step in your mechanic career with First Student and help keep the students of Guilford County safe on the road.\nIn 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.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. 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