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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.

Job Title:** **Maintenance Manager (Lead Technician-in-Charge)

**Location:** 1947 East Brooks Rd., Memphis, Tennessee

**Compensation:** $70,000 – $75,000 annually (based on experience)

**Plus:** Paid ASE Certification Program + Bonus Incentives

Why Join First Student?

Be the leader who keeps our students safe and our fleet running strong. At **First Student** , you’ll manage a dedicated team of technicians maintaining a modern fleet of school buses—while still staying hands-on with the tools when needed. We invest in your success with **paid ASE certifications, quarterly performance bonuses, and a clear growth path** into higher management roles.

Compensation & ASE Incentives

+ **Base Salary:** $70,000–$75,000 annually (based on experience)

+ **Paid ASE Certifications:** Company-paid testing and renewal fees

+ **ASE Pay Increase:** +$0.25/hour for each ASE earned

+ **Full-Series Bonus:** Complete ASE School Bus or Diesel Series = $1,000 bonus

+ **Shop Manager ASE Bonus:** If the entire tech team is ASE-certified, the Maintenance Manager earns a **$2,500 team certification bonus**

+ **Comprehensive Benefits:** Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and tool allowance

Position Summary

The **Maintenance Manager** oversees all shop and fleet maintenance operations, ensuring vehicles are safe, reliable, and compliant. This position directly supervises technicians and support staff, drives a culture of safety and accountability, and partners closely with the Location Manager and Regional Maintenance leadership to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead daily shop operations and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance on all fleet vehicles.

+ Assign, schedule, and inspect maintenance work; assist in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues.

+ Maintain communication with dispatch and operations to ensure timely vehicle availability.

+ Hire, train, and develop maintenance staff, including coaching entry-level technicians.

+ Conduct performance reviews and manage disciplinary actions (with leadership approval).

+ Manage budgets, parts inventory, and vendor relationships to control costs.

+ Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and company safety regulations.

+ Promote continuous improvement in shop efficiency and team productivity.

+ Perform hands-on mechanical work as needed to support team workload.

+ Oversee fueling and facility maintenance operations.

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent required (technical training preferred).

+ Minimum 5 years of hands-on mechanical experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role.

+ ASE Certification in Brakes required; additional ASE certifications highly preferred.

+ CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements (or ability to obtain within 90 days).

+ Strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on team development.

+ Proficient with maintenance management software and computer-based reporting.

+ Experience with diesel engines and school bus equipment preferred.

+ Ability to lift 20–50 lbs and work in shop environments.

Work Conditions

+ Full-time position, Monday–Friday, starting at 7:00 AM.

+ Shop environment with exposure to dust, dirt, grease, and standard mechanical conditions.

Join the Team That Moves Our Community

If you’re ready to take charge, mentor the next generation of technicians, and be rewarded for your ASE expertise and leadership— **apply today** to lead maintenance operations at **First Student** .

_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_ _._