Mechanic Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Colorado
Mechanic visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado are concentrated around Denver, Colorado Springs, and the state's active aerospace and transportation corridors. Major employers like United Airlines, Xcel Energy, and regional fleet operators regularly hire skilled mechanics. Colorado's growing infrastructure and aviation maintenance sectors make it a consistent source of sponsorship opportunities for qualified international candidates.
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First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Rocky Mountain Prep, Mullen Highschool, Denver Language Schools in Denver, CO!
Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time, 8 hour day shift
If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day—because behind every bus is a skilled mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community.
While First Student is North America's leading school transportation provider—serving more than 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily—our focus here in Denver is local. You'll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection.
Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?
- Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Hourly Rate: $41 - $44 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.
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
- Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
- Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.
Diesel Technician key responsibilities include:
- Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
- Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
- Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
- Complete work orders accurately.
- Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 5 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
- Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license required.
- CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
- Possession of a mechanic's tool set to complete all assigned duties.
- Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
- Strong computer skills.
- Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.
First for a reason:
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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Rocky Mountain Prep, Mullen Highschool, Denver Language Schools in Denver, CO!
Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time, 8 hour day shift
If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day—because behind every bus is a skilled mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community.
While First Student is North America's leading school transportation provider—serving more than 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily—our focus here in Denver is local. You'll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection.
Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?
- Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Hourly Rate: $41 - $44 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.
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
- Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
- Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.
Diesel Technician key responsibilities include:
- Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
- Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
- Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
- Complete work orders accurately.
- Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 5 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
- Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license required.
- CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
- Possession of a mechanic's tool set to complete all assigned duties.
- Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
- Strong computer skills.
- Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.
First for a reason:
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.
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.
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Which companies sponsor visas for mechanics in Colorado?
Airlines with Denver International Airport operations, including United Airlines and Frontier Airlines, have sponsored mechanics through work visa programs. Large fleet operators, mining equipment companies along the Front Range, and aerospace maintenance firms in the Colorado Springs area also appear in Department of Labor sponsorship records. Sponsorship is more common at large employers with dedicated HR and legal infrastructure than at small independent shops.
Which visa types are most common for mechanic roles in Colorado?
The H-2B visa covers temporary non-agricultural workers and is used for mechanics in seasonal or project-based contexts. For permanent roles, EB-3 employment-based green cards are the most common pathway, as mechanic positions typically classify under skilled worker categories. Some roles at aviation or specialized industrial employers may qualify for H-1B visa if the position requires a highly technical degree, though this is less common for general mechanic titles.
Which cities in Colorado have the most mechanic sponsorship jobs?
Denver leads the state due to the presence of Denver International Airport, large vehicle fleet operators, and industrial employers headquartered along the I-25 corridor. Colorado Springs has aerospace and defense maintenance activity tied to nearby military installations. Aurora and Lakewood also see mechanic hiring from transportation and utility employers. Smaller markets like Fort Collins and Pueblo have limited but active industrial maintenance hiring.
How to find mechanic visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can search mechanic roles in Colorado without sorting through employers who don't sponsor. The platform surfaces openings from aviation, fleet, and industrial employers across Denver, Colorado Springs, and the broader Front Range. Filtering by role and state on Migrate Mate saves significant time compared to manually vetting each posting for sponsorship eligibility.
Are there any Colorado-specific considerations for mechanic visa sponsorship?
Colorado's Department of Labor enforces prevailing wage requirements for sponsored roles, meaning employers must pay the federally determined wage for the occupation and region, not simply the market minimum. The state's active aviation sector at Denver International Airport creates demand for FAA-certified mechanics, and holding an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate can significantly strengthen a sponsorship application. Mining and energy equipment maintenance roles in western Colorado also draw international candidates with heavy machinery experience.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mechanic jobs in Colorado?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.