Diesel Technician

First Student · Long Beach, CA · 2 days ago

On-siteManufacturing$43.43/hrFull-time

About the Role

First Student is hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Unified-Brea-Chadwick in Long Beach, CA. You'll join a close‑knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection, maintaining and repairing school buses to ensure safety and reliability for student transportation.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, full‑time day shift, 10:30 am – 7:00 pm. Consistent, year‑round work.

Pay

Hourly wage set by Union Contract: $43.43 per hour (not flat rate).
Bonus rate increase of up to $2/hour for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
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.
Company‑paid ASE testing and training materials.
Company‑paid CDL Class B training and licensing.

Responsibilities

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for passengers.
Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including 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.

Requirements

At least 5 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.

Language Requirement

This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job‑related communications be conducted in English.

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.