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First Student
First Student Salary
Absecon, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2025

First Student: A Leading School Transportation Solutions Provider

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.

We are now hiring a Shop Foreman - Lead Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving Atlantic City BOE, Brigantine BOE, and Ventnor BOE.

About Us

We are twice the size of our next largest competitor, First Student is the leading school transportation solutions provider in North America. Every day, we complete 5 million student journeys, moving more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With a team of highly trained drivers and the industry's strongest safety record, First Student delivers reliable, quality services to 1,100 school districts.

Why Work with Us?

  • $34-$37 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
  • An additional ASE incentive $0.75 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain.
  • Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
  • A consistent, year-round work schedule (Monday-Friday, 6 am-3 pm).
  • Tremendous career advancement opportunities.
  • Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).Paid holidays and 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 Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic Position

As a Lead Fleet Technician/Shop Foreman at First Student, you'll schedule and perform school bus fleet maintenance, diagnose and troubleshoot complex problems, and maintain service records.

  • Supervise technicians in the shop.
  • Generate work orders and track progress through completion.
  • Maintain advanced knowledge of all vehicle components to effectively diagnose and perform maintenance and repairs.
  • Monitor shop operational performance and efficiency and take action to improve as needed.

Lead Fleet Technician / Shop Foreman Qualifications

  • Valid driver's license required; willingness to obtain CDL while employed - We train.
  • At least 5 years of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience or technical school education.
  • Previous experience in a lead technician, supervisor, or other management role is preferred.
  • Possess a mechanic's tool set.
  • Willingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided.
  • Subject to DOT drug as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Salary : $34 - $37

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