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Diesel Bus Mechanic serving BWI Airport

Up to $33/HR with a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus! 

Walk-in interviews welcome Mon – Fri from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Visit us to learn more about this position and apply at 7443 Shipley Avenue, Building A, Hanover, MD, 21076

 First Transit is looking for a Fleet Technician to join its team, and you could be the right person! With over 335 locations and in business since 1955, First Transit is truly the First in passenger transportation.  Please see our website for a comprehensive review of our company: .

Our technicians maintain 40' & 60’ New Flyers clean diesel buses used to deliver BWI Airport shuttle service. Position shift is expected to be 3:00 pm to midnight based on union seniority.

First Transit is proud to offer:

• $27.96 - $33 / hour based on experience & qualifications (NOT flat-rate) 
• Now offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus*!  
• ASE certification bonus of up to $9,000 per year
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• Consistent full-time, year-round work
• An excellent benefits package including Kaiser medical insurance, vision and dental coverage, and a 401(k) savings plan
• Paid holidays, vacation, & sick time
• Ongoing company training on a state-of-the-art online system
• Opportunities for career advancement nationwide.
• A great work environment!

Diesel Mechanic Major Responsibilities:

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs to ensure vehicles are safe for our customers.
• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair, including the repair of brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches, and other repairs accurately.
• Ensure work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain records of all maintenance work completed, including parts and supplies used.
• Complete preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.

Diesel Mechanic Qualifications:

• CDL is required
• 5+ years of  diesel bus or truck repair employment experience or a combination of education & experience
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills required
• Engine rebuild experience is a plus
• Must have appropriate mechanic’s tool set.
• ASE certifications are preferred. Must participate in company ASE certification program (company training, testing, and bonuses provided!)
• Drug-free workplace

About First Transit

First Transit Inc. is a leading provider of public transportation contracting and management services. For over 60 years, we have supplied precision, efficiency, innovation, and all-around expertise to public and private transportation systems. Today, we operate in 335 locations, carrying more than 350 million passengers annually throughout the United States in 39 states, Puerto Rico and Canada.

Apply today and get your career on the road with First Transit!

*Conditions apply. Expires 12/31/22

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore, 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. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.