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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.

This position will perform routine and some non-routine maintenance and repair work on vehicles (buses, vans etc.) which adheres to FirstGroup standards. This may include but is not limited to tire maintenance, fulfilling service calls for repair, conducting visual inspections of vehicles and related work as assigned. Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles more advanced issues and problems and may refer more complex issues to higher-level staff. All work is performed with a commitment to safety. May mentor or provide informal guidance to Technician I.In the state of Washington, this position is considered a safety-sensitive position and is therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

$25.00 / hr

Job Description Major Responsibilities

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers by performing limited repairs with moderate supervision on basic and advanced maintenance such as replacement of light bulbs, fuses, lenses, wiper blades, belts, hoses, batteries, check fluid levels, change fluids and filters and lubricate components.

Perform mechanical repairs under moderate supervision including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.

Maintain records of all maintenance work completed on vehicles including parts and supplies used. Ensure that work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain parts usage records and order repair parts from designated suppliers

Assist Tech III with preventative maintenance (PM's), safety maintenance inspections and annual maintenance inspections at prescribed intervals of time and usage

Remove and replace engine, transmission and differential assemblies with Maintenance Technician III supervision.

Diagnoses and performs accurately all phases of vehicle and equipment repair under moderate supervision.

Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken

Evaluates completed work prior to release and seeks approval where required

Assist with road calls and emergency services as necessary

Adhere to FirstGroup standards, policies and procedures

Moves vehicles safely between job and work area

Repair and maintain all shop equipment

Cleans vehicles as requested or required

Other responsibility as requested or required Minimum Education or Certifications Required

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair (preferred)

Class B CDL with passenger endorsement required (or expected within 3 months of hire)

State inspection license (if required)

ASE Certification preferred. Must participate in ASE testing program within 1 year (expected to have 3 ASE within 12 months of hire) Minimum Experience or Skills Required

Intermediate mechanical aptitude and 3 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred) or equivalent education and experience

Adhere to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards

Valid driver's license

Intermediate problem-solving ability

Intermediate computer skills

Comfortable using hand tools

Strong customer service skills and communication skills

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Maintain an organized shop and clean work environment

Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers

Possess adequate mechanic tool inventory to complete all assigned duties and maintained in a clean and safe manner Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Maintenance Shop environment with dust, dirt and grease conditions

Ability to work under all weather conditions

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Ability to work in a crouched position or on back, lying on mechanic's creeper, beneath motor vehicle equipment Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

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 .