Technician III

About the role

Now Hiring: Maintenance Technician III

Location: Shoreham, NY

At First Student, our Maintenance Technicians play a vital role in keeping our buses and vans safe, reliable, and ready for service. This role is well-suited for an experienced technician who is comfortable performing both routine and advanced repairs in a structured fleet environment, with safety as the top priority.

This position performs routine and some non-routine maintenance and repair work on buses, vans, and related vehicles in accordance with First Student standards. Work is performed with minimal supervision, including diagnosing and resolving more advanced issues, while referring complex problems when appropriate. This role may also mentor or provide informal guidance to Technician I and Technician 2 employees.

This position is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing. DOT regulations prohibit the use of Schedule I substances, including marijuana, regardless of state law.

Pay Rate $28.13 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for service
• Perform basic and advanced maintenance, including:
• Light bulbs, fuses, lenses, and wiper blades
• Belts, hoses, batteries, and fluid level checks
• Fluid and filter changes and lubrication
• Perform mechanical repairs under moderate supervision, including:
• Brake repairs and inspections
• Engine tune-ups
• Suspension, drivetrain, and clutch repairs
• Diagnose and repair vehicle and equipment issues accurately
• Maintain complete and accurate maintenance records, including parts and supplies used
• Complete work orders properly and order parts from designated suppliers
• Assist Maintenance Technician III with preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual inspections
• Remove and replace engine, transmission, and differential assemblies under supervision
• Inspect completed work before vehicle release and obtain required approvals
• Assist with road calls and emergency services as needed
• Report unsafe equipment conditions and corrective actions taken
• Safely move vehicles between work and job areas
• Repair and maintain shop equipment
• Clean vehicles as requested or required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment
• Follow all First Student policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement required (or expected within 3 months of hire)
• State inspection license (if required)
• ASE Certification preferred
• Participation in ASE testing required within 1 year
• Expected to obtain 3 ASE certifications within 12 months of hire

Experience & Skills

• Intermediate mechanical aptitude
• 3 years of automotive or diesel repair experience preferred, or equivalent education/experience
• Knowledge of state DOT vehicle inspection and safety standards
• Valid driver’s license
• Intermediate diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Comfortable using hand tools and maintaining an adequate personal tool inventory
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function of the role
• Commitment to keeping vehicles safe for customers and drivers

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Maintenance shop environment with dust, dirt, and grease
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to work in crouched positions or lying beneath vehicles using a mechanic’s creeper