Automotive and Diesel Mechanic
Company: First Student
Location: Joliet
Posted on: July 31, 2022
Job Description:
Experienced Auto & Diesel Fleet Technician First Student, the
largest provider of student transportation in North America, is now
hiring a Fleet Technician with strong mechanical and diagnostic
skills! Districts we serve: Plainfield CUSD 202; Joliet District
86; Will County School District 92 (Lockport); Richland School
District 88a; Chaney-Monge District 88; Elwood School District 203;
Joliet Catholic Academy. First Student is proud to offer:
- Competitive compensation between $22-$28/hour based on
experience & qualifications (NOT flat rate)
- ASE certification bonus money & company-paid ASE testing and
training materials
- Union shop environment
- Monday-Friday full-time shift schedule, and consistent,
year-round work
- An excellent union benefits package including medical, vision,
and dental coverage, and 401(k) savings plan
- Paid holidays, vacation, & sick time
- Annual allowances for boots, tools, and prescription safety
glasses
- Ongoing company training on state-of-the-art online system
- Opportunities for career advancement nationwide
- A great work environment! Auto & Diesel Fleet Mechanic Major
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and perform accurately all phases of vehicle and
equipment repair under minimal supervision. Repairs include brakes,
engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches
and other repairs.
- Remove, overhaul and reinstall mechanical components with
minimal supervision.
- Lead preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections and
annual maintenance inspections.
- Ensure work orders are completed properly and accurately.
Maintain records of all maintenance work completed including parts
and supplies used.
- Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and
corrective action taken.
- Evaluate completed work prior to release and seek approval
where required.
- Lead road calls and emergency services as necessary.
- Adhere to FirstStudent standards, policies and procedures.
- Moves vehicles safely between job and work area.
- Perform other responsibilities as requested or required. Auto &
Diesel Fleet Technician Qualifications:
- Vocational or technical degree in vehicle maintenance is
preferred.
- Valid driver s license required.
- 5+ years of automotive or diesel repair employment experience
or combination of education & experience.
- Advanced diagnostics skills and mechanical knowledge are
required.
- Must have appropriate mechanic s tool set.
- ASE certifications preferred. Must participate in company ASE
certification program (company training, testing, and bonuses
provided!).
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to work assigned shift.
- Be subject to a drug test. Apply today to join our team! First
Student is a leading provider of school transportation services. We
operate in 460 locations across the US and Canada, working with
school districts to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective
transportation for five million students per school day. We employ
more than 48,000 people and operate and maintain over 43,000 buses.
We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive
to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore 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. For candidates
applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California,
First will consider for employment qualified applicants with
criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San
Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance
Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so
we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports
future growth for all.
Keywords: First Student, Joliet , Automotive and Diesel Mechanic, Engineering , Joliet, Illinois
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