Technician in Charge

Jackson, MS, United States • Posted June 06, 2026

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Jackson, MS
Posted: June 06, 2026
Category: other-general
Application Deadline: June 11, 2026

Role Description

**First Student is now hiring a Lead Diesel Technician for our shop serving** **Jackson, MS!!**

**Hours/Schedule:** Monday–Friday, Full-time day shift

**About the Lead Diesel Technician Position**

As a Lead Diesel Technician at First Student, you will help deliver excellence by leading the comprehensive preventive maintenance program, providing ongoing technician development, and streamlining operational practices.

**Why join First as a Lead Diesel Mechanic?**

+ **Hourly Rate:** $30.00 per hour (NOT flat rate).
+ Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more).
+ Monday–Friday day shift schedule with consistent, year-round work.
+ Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
+ Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
+ **Career Advancement Opportunities:** Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations...

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