Technician III

Mount Vernon, New York
First Student
First for a reason:

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.

About the Role
Are you a skilled technician ready to take your career to the next level? At First Student, we’re looking for an experienced Technician III to join our maintenance team. You’ll work independently on complex diagnostics and repairs for our fleet of school buses and vans-ensuring vehicles are safe, reliable, and up to FirstGroup’s high standards.

This position offers an opportunity to lead by example, mentor junior techs, and even act as Shift Foreman when needed. If you’re passionate about safety, take pride in your work, and want to grow with a company that values your expertise-this is the role for you.

$28.00/hour

What You’ll Do

• Perform complex diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs with minimal supervision
• Conduct brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspension work, transmission clutch repairs, and more
• Lead scheduled preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual service checks
• Diagnose issues using advanced tools and software
• Overhaul and reinstall mechanical components
• Mentor Technician I and II team members as needed
• Respond to road calls and provide emergency service
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and parts used
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized shop environment

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED (vocational/technical training preferred)
• 5+ years of diesel or automotive repair experience (or equivalent education and experience)
• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement (or ability to obtain within 3 months)
• State Inspection License (if required)
• 6+ ASE Certifications preferred or willingness to participate in ASE testing
• Strong diagnostic and mechanical skills
• Familiarity with DOT motor vehicle standards
• Ability to work independently and mentor others
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Basic computer proficiency

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in various positions (crouching, lying down)
• Comfortable working in a maintenance shop environment with dust, dirt, grease
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions

Why Join First Student?

• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Opportunities for advancement and ASE certification support
• Positive, safety-first work environment
• Nationwide career growth potential

Apply today and help keep our communities moving safely!

For our Mechanic roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:

• Do not have a college degree
• Have military experience
• Are returning to the workforce
• Are looking for hourly (not flat-rate) jobs

Get your career on the road with First Student!

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 .