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First Student

Diesel Mechanic

First Student, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Job Overview At First Student, a family of 60,000+ employees, we proudly transport over 5 million students and passengers daily. We serve with premium brands including Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our team is focused on safety and innovative transportation solutions.

We are hiring a

Mechanic

for our Kansas City shop immediately. As a Technician, you will play an integral role in ensuring the safety of children traveling to and from school in our classic yellow buses.

Benefits

$28‑29 per hour, based on experience and qualifications (not flat‑rate)

ASE incentive of $0.25 per hour for each relevant ASE obtained (we pay for training materials and exams)

Monday‑Friday 5:00 a‑2:00 p full‑time shift

Annual allowance 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

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions

Complete work orders

Assist 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.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience working with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles

Valid driver’s license and willingness to obtain a CDL (training provided)

Mechanic’s tool set

Desire to grow, learn, and develop skills through ASE testing

Commitment to meaningful community impact

Preferred

No college degree (we encourage all qualified candidates)

Military experience

Returnees to the workforce

Looking for hourly (not flat‑rate) work

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

Industry: School and Employee Bus Services

EEO Statement 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.

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