Fleet Technician II

At First Student, our Technicians play a critical role in keeping our vehicles maintained, reliable, and safe for the students and communities we serve. As a Technician II, you will perform routine and advanced maintenance and repair work on buses, vans, and other fleet vehicles. This is a hands-on position for an experienced automotive or diesel technician who can complete repairs with moderate supervision, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and support preventative maintenance and inspection work.

Pay

$27 per hour

Benefits

• Tremendous career advancement opportunities due to our strong presence across North America
• A positive and rewarding work environment
• Opportunities to develop advanced diagnostic and repair skills
• Support for obtaining CDL and ASE certifications
• The opportunity to work on a wide range of automotive and diesel systems

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced maintenance on buses, vans, and other fleet vehicles
• Diagnose and repair vehicle and equipment issues with moderate supervision
• Complete repairs involving brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drivetrains, transmission clutches, and related systems
• Replace bulbs, fuses, lenses, wiper blades, belts, hoses, batteries, filters, fluids, and other components
• Inspect tires and complete tire maintenance and related repairs
• Assist Technician III employees with preventative maintenance services, safety inspections, and annual vehicle inspections
• Remove and replace engines, transmissions, and differential assemblies under Technician III supervision
• Assist with road calls and emergency repairs as needed
• Identify potentially unsafe equipment and notify management of the issue and corrective action taken
• Review completed work before vehicles are returned to service and obtain approval when required
• Accurately complete work orders and document repairs, parts, and supplies used
• Maintain parts usage records and order repair parts from approved suppliers
• Safely move vehicles between parking, service, and work areas
• Repair and maintain shop tools and equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Clean vehicles when requested
• Provide informal guidance or support to Technician I employees
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Approximately three years of automotive or diesel repair experience, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Intermediate mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Experience completing mechanical repairs with moderate supervision
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within three months of hire
• State vehicle inspection license where required
• ASE certifications preferred
• Ability to participate in the company's ASE testing program within one year of hire
• Ability to obtain three ASE certifications within 12 months of hire
• Knowledge of state DOT vehicle inspection and safety standards
• Working knowledge of computerized diagnostic and maintenance systems
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team
• Reliable and predictable attendance
• Personal mechanic tool inventory sufficient to complete assigned repairs

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position works in a maintenance shop environment that may include dust, dirt, grease, noise, and changing weather conditions. Technicians must be able to:

• Lift at least 50 pounds
• Work in crouched, kneeling, standing, and lying positions
• Work underneath vehicles using a mechanic's creeper
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Safely operate vehicles, tools, and maintenance equipment

This position is subject to applicable DOT drug testing and physical requirements. In the state of Washington, this position is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis testing.