Gas and Diesel Mechanic

Gas and Diesel Technician – New Haven, CT

First Student | Supporting New Haven Public Schools
Pay: $34.23–$38.13 per hour , based on experience and qualifications, including a $0.25 shift differential — not flat rate
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1:00–9:30 p.m.
Employment: Full-time, year-round

Build Your Career With a Fleet That Depends on Your Skills

You’ve built your experience maintaining and repairing vehicles. Put those skills to work in a shop that offers steady hourly pay, paid training, and opportunities to keep moving forward.

First Student is hiring a Gas and Diesel Technician for our New Haven maintenance team. You’ll work on a fleet that includes Freightliner, International, Blue Bird, Ford, and Chevrolet , helping keep New Haven Public Schools students moving safely.

Automotive experience is welcome. Whether your background is in automotive repair, diesel maintenance, heavy trucks, or buses, we’d like to hear from you.

Why Join First Student?

- $34.23–$38.13 per hour , including a $0.25 shift differential

- Hourly pay, not flat rate

- Additional pay for qualifying ASE School Bus Series certifications passed and maintained, up to $2.00 per hour more

- Consistent Monday–Friday afternoon/evening schedule

- Full-time, year-round work

- Company-paid ASE testing and study materials

- Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing

- Medical, dental, and vision benefits

- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

- Paid holidays and vacation time

- Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses

- Access to earned wages before payday through Chime® MyPay at Work™ *

- Salt® Rewards Program for employee savings and rewards

- PerkSpot discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more

- Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support

- Career advancement opportunities in maintenance, operations, and leadership throughout the United States and Canada
Benefits, allowances, incentives, and programs are subject to eligibility and applicable terms.

What You’ll Do

You’ll inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair gas- and diesel-powered vehicles to keep the fleet safe and ready for service.

- Diagnose mechanical concerns and complete vehicle maintenance and repairs.

- Inspect and repair brakes and brake systems.

- Perform engine tune-ups and repairs to suspension, drivetrains, transmissions, clutches, and related components.

- Complete preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.

- Accurately complete work orders and document repairs.

- Assist with mobile emergency repairs when needed.

- Follow company safety standards and maintenance procedures.

- Work with fellow technicians and operations staff to maintain vehicle availability.

- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop.

What You’ll Bring

- At least three years of automotive, diesel, heavy-truck, or bus maintenance and repair experience , or an equivalent combination of technical school education and hands-on experience

- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills

- A valid driver’s license

- CDL Class B, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment , with company-paid training provided

- A mechanic’s tool set suitable for assigned duties

- Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program

- Strong computer and maintenance-documentation skills

- Dependability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safe repairs

Keep Learning. Keep Moving Forward.

Develop your skills with company-paid certification support and ongoing training. As your experience grows, explore opportunities in senior technician, shop leadership, maintenance management, and operations roles.

If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity where your work matters every day, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply today to join First Student’s New Haven maintenance team.

This position is safety-sensitive and subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

First Student is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. First Student is committed to providing a drug-free workplace.
Language Requirement
This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

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.

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