Shop Foreman

  • First Student
  • Oak Park, MI
  • time-alarm-solid 02-17-2024

Job Description

As the Shop Foreman at First Student, you will play a crucial role in maintaining school bus fleets, ensuring safe and reliable transportation for students. This full-time position offers competitive pay, benefits, and tremendous career advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Schedule and perform maintenance on school bus fleets.
  • Supervise technicians in the shop and track progress through completion.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot complex problems and maintain service records.
  • Maintain advanced knowledge of all vehicle components to effectively diagnose and perform maintenance and repairs.
  • Monitor shop operational performance and efficiency and take action to improve as needed.

Requirements

  • A valid driver’s license is required; willingness to obtain CDL while employed - we train.
  • At least 5 years of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience or technical school education.
  • Previous experience in a lead technician, supervisor, or other management role is preferred.
  • Possess a mechanic’s tool set.
  • Willingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided.

Benefits

  • $32 per hour based on experience and qualifications (not flat-rate).
  • An additional $.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain.
  • Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
  • Monday-Friday full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round work.
  • Medical, dental, vision, & 401(k).
  • Paid holidays & vacation.
  • Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
  • State-of-the-art training programs.
  • Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program.