Gas and Diesel Mechanic - Springfield School District

　　Location600 Berkshire Ave Springfield, Massachusetts 01109 USPhone NumberCategoriesMechanics/TechniciansReq IDJR1023 Gas and Diesel Mechanic - Springfield School District (Open)

　　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 Gas and Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving the Springfield School District! Full medical, vision, and dental services are included with the Union!

　　Why join First as a Gas and Diesel Mechanic?

　　The wage of $32.95 per hour is set per the Union contract,

　　2nd shift has a $.50 per hour differential.

　　An additional $.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain

　　Company-paid ASE testing and training materials

　　Monday-Friday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round work

　　Tremendous career advancement opportunities

　　Benefits include medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)

　　Medical, Vision, and Dental are all paid via Union dues of $11.50 weekly

　　Paid holidays & vacation

　　Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses

　　State-of-the-art training programs

　　Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!

　　About the Gas and Diesel Mechanic Position

　　As a Gas and Diesel Mechanic with First Student, you will help maintain and repair 2013-2017 Freightliner Saf-T-Liner C2, 2020 Thomas MVP-EF (Flat nose), 2010 Dodge Caravans, 2011-2017 Chevrolet Express 3500 (Minibus) Gas and Diesel, 2006 Ford F250 pickup Diesel, 2008 E450 Diesel, Shop power equipment (Lawn mower, Weed Wacker, Hedge trimmer, Snowblower) equipment and 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.

　　Gas and Diesel Technician Qualifications

　　Valid CDL license required; we will train you to get the School Bus and Air Brake endorsement

　　At least 1 year of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience or technical school education

　　Possess a mechanic’s tool set

　　Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses are provided!

　　Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

　　Get your career on the road with First Student!

　　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 https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf .