First Student is hiring immediately for a Mechanic for our shop serving Shoreham, NY!
As a Technician at First Student, you will play an integral role in ensuring the safety of the children who count on us for a ride to and from school in those classic yellow buses.
Why join First as a Mechanic?
In addition to a health benefits package, 401k with company matching, paid vacations, paid holidays, and tremendous growth opportunities, we are also proud to offer our technicians:
The wage is set at $27.31 per hour, per union contract
ASE incentive of $.25/hour for each relevant ASE obtained (we pay for the training materials and exams!)
Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm or 8:00 - 5:00 pm full-time shift
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 First Student’s Mechanic Position
At First Student, our technicians perform maintenance to ensure our fleet of newer vehicles is safe for road travel. They also use their diagnostic skills to troubleshoot issues needing repair work. As a technician at First Student, your day will include the tasks mentioned above and the following:
Performing maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, & transmissions
Completing work orders
Assisting with mobile emergency services
Mechanics and technicians are 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.
You might be a fit for our Mechanic role if:
You want to work in a position that meaningfully impacts your community
You have 3 of experience working with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles
You have a valid driver’s license and a willingness to obtain a CDL (don’t worry, we will train you for this!)
You have a mechanic’s tool set
You want to grow, learn, and develop your skillset through ASE testing
For our Mechanic roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:
Do not have a college degree
Have military experience
Are returning to the workforce
Are looking for hourly (not flat-rate) jobs
We're located at 82 Route 25A. Shoreham, NY 11786
Apply online at: https://firststudent.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/firststudent/job/SHOREHAM-NY/MechanicJR3797
Get your career on the road with First Student!