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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.

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 includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggie’s Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation, creating and implementing the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

We are now hiring a Shop Foreman – Lead Diesel Mechanic for our Lake Charles location!

Who Are We?

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 service to more than 1,100 school districts.

Why Join First as a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic?

+ $33.50 hourly rate based on experience and qualifications (not a flat rate)

+ Additional $0.25/hour for each ASE certification held or obtained

+ Company-paid ASE testing and training materials

+ Monday–Friday full-time schedule with year-round work

+ Tremendous career advancement opportunities

+ Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

+ Paid holidays and vacation

+ Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses

+ Access to cutting-edge training programs

+ Employee discounts on phones, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program

About the Position: One-Person Shop – Must Be Experienced & Independent

This is a **solo position** . As the **only technician at the Lake Charles location** , you will be responsible for the full scope of maintenance and repair for our school bus fleet. This is not an entry-level role — we're looking for a seasoned professional who can work independently, manage all shop responsibilities, and ensure our fleet remains safe, reliable, and compliant.

Responsibilities include:

+ Performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on school buses and vehicles

+ Managing all work orders, service records, and parts inventory

+ Ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards

+ Communicating with local leadership on shop performance and needs

+ Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

+ **A minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience as a diesel mechanic or heavy equipment mechanic is required**

+ **Proven ability to work independently in a shop environment**

+ Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred, or willingness to obtain — we’ll train)

+ Possess your own mechanic’s tool set

+ Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided)

+ Previous experience in a lead technician, foreman, or similar role is strongly preferred

+ Must pass DOT drug screening (Note: DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason)

Put Your Career in Drive with First Student!

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions — including van drivers and other roles requiring the operation of 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 committed to providing a drug-free workplace and considers applicants with criminal histories in accordance with all applicable laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, and others. Learn more about Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance: https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf

_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_ _._