First for a reasonFirst Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.

　　First Student is now hiring a Mechanic for our shop serving Benton Harbor!Wages up to $26/hour Depending on Experience$1,000 Sign-on Bonus!

　　Why join First as a Mechanic?$22 - $26 per hour based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat rate)$1,000 sign-on bonus (expires December 30th, 2023)An additional $.20 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtainCompany-paid ASE testing and training materials9:00AM -5:00PM Monday-Friday full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round workTremendous career advancement opportunitiesBenefits including medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)Paid holidays & vacationAnnual allowances for boots and prescription safety glassesState-of-the-art training programsDiscounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!About the Mechanic PositionAs a Mechanic with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure vehicle readiness & safety. Other major job duties include:Assist with preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual DOT maintenance inspections.Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair including brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, & transmissions.Ensure work orders are completed accurately.Assist with mobile emergency services.Mechanic QualificationsValid driver's license required; Willingness to obtain CDL while employed - We train!At least 1 year of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience or technical school educationPossess a mechanic's tool setWillingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided!Subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reasonGet your career on the road with FirstStudent!

　　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 .

　　First Student is an Equal Opportunity Employer.