Gas and Diesel Technician – Rochester, NH
First Student | Supporting Dover, Somersworth, and Rollinsford School Districts
Pay: $36.00–$38.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, per the union contract
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Employment: Full-time, year-round
Pay Structure: Hourly—not flat rate
Put Your Skills to Work. Build a Career You Can Stay With.
You’ve invested time in learning your trade. Bring that experience to a shop where you receive hourly pay, work a consistent weekday schedule, and have opportunities to keep developing your skills.
First Student is hiring a Gas and Diesel Technician in Rochester, NH , to maintain the vehicles serving Dover, Somersworth, and Rollinsford schools. You’ll work on a mix of school buses, vans, and light-duty vehicles, with company-paid training and support for ASE certifications and CDL licensing.
Your repairs help drivers do their jobs and keep students traveling safely every day.
Pay, Benefits and Career Development
$36.00–$38.00 per hour , based on experience and qualifications, per the union contract
Hourly pay—not flat rate
Monday–Friday schedule, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Consistent, full-time, year-round work
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid holidays and vacation time
Annual allowances for work boots and prescription safety glasses
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support services
PerkSpot discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, travel, and more
Access to earned wages before payday through Chime® MyPay at Work™ *
Salt® Rewards Program for employee savings and rewards
Opportunities to advance into lead technician, shop supervision, and maintenance management roles
The Fleet You’ll Support
Our Rochester shop maintains gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles serving the Dover, Somersworth, and Rollinsford school districts , including:
Thomas Built school buses
GM vehicles
Ford vehicles
Dodge vehicles
Chrysler Pacifica vans
If your background is in automotive repair, diesel maintenance, or both, this position lets you use those skills across a varied fleet.
What You’ll Do
Diagnose and repair gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles.
Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
Inspect and repair brakes, engines, suspensions, drivetrains, transmissions, clutches, and related components.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and vehicle-performance concerns.
Maintain school buses, vans, and light-duty support vehicles.
Complete electronic work orders and maintenance records accurately.
Assist with mobile emergency repairs when needed.
Follow company safety procedures and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Work with fellow technicians and operations staff to keep vehicles ready for service.
Maintain a safe, organized work area.
What You’ll Need
At least three years of gasoline, diesel, or automotive maintenance and repair experience , or an equivalent combination of technical school education and relevant hands-on experience
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
A valid driver’s license
A Class B CDL , or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment , with company-paid training
A mechanic’s tool set sufficient to perform assigned work
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program
Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic work orders and access maintenance information
Availability to work Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Preferred: Experience repairing both gasoline and diesel vehicles, particularly buses, vans, and light-duty vehicles.
Apply Today
Join our Rochester maintenance team for steady hourly work, continued training, and the opportunity to build a long-term career with First Student.
Apply today and help keep Dover, Somersworth, and Rollinsford students moving safely.
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