Vehicle Technician

First Bus; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

First Bus recherche un Technicien Mécanique et Électrique à Weston-super-Mare. Le poste implique des diagnostics, des réparations et une maintenance des véhicules, tout en offrant des opportunités de développement professionnel. De plus, des avantages tels que le voyage gratuit en bus et des remises pour les employés sont fournis.

Benefits

Voyage gratuit sur nos bus pour vous et votre famille

Programme de remises First Xclusives

Remises sur les voyages en train

Plan de pension et possibilité d'acheter des actions

Programme de vélo au travail

Qualifications

• Expérience dans la gestion des systèmes de véhicules.
• Capacité à opérer divers équipements de travail.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostiquer les pannes et effectuer des réparations sur les véhicules.
• Effectuer la maintenance préventive et les examens de routine des véhicules.

Skills

Diagnoser des pannes de véhicules

Réparation de systèmes mécaniques et électriques

Utilisation d'équipements de diagnostic

Compétence en soudure et réparations de base

Education

Niveau 3 NVQ ou équivalent

Tools

Outils de diagnostic

Équipement de test hydraulique

Job description

Welcome toFirst Bus Engineering

We're one of the country's largestbus operators – and our mechanical/engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the role

The successful Mechanical & Electrical Technician will be responsible for the following duties:

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement.
• Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used.
• Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations using handheld data capture devices if applicable.
• Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
• Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair.
• PCV Mechanical, Electrical & Body Repair Skills required.

We'll provide your overalls and all the specialist tools and equipment needed.

Location: Weston-super-Mare

Salary: £44,730.80 + over time, +£3,000 joining bonus!

Working Shift Patterns: Day Shifts (To be further discussed at interview stage)

About you

• Minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds level I & 2)
• Must have full cat B license.
• PCV licence isn't essential, we cansupportyou in gaining it.
• Are you fully conversant with the overhaul and repair of vehicle systems including engines, automatic/semi-automatic gearboxes, drive trains, compressed air systems, hydraulic systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, cooling systems and basic auto electrics?
• Are you fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment including brake rolling road testers, tracking gauges, hydraulic vehicle lifts, pressurised oil and waste systems, battery chargers and starters, trolley jacks, scaffolding, pressure wash and automatic washing equipment, digital smoke readers, headlamp alignment testers, hydraulic jacks and testing equipment, drilling machines, torque wrenches, pedestal grinders and general portable equipment (i.e. air guns, drills, electric and pneumatic hand tools etc..)?
• Have you working experiencewith all relevant diagnostic equipment including hydraulic flow meters, air, and vacuum gauges, multi meters, temperature gauges, micrometres, Vernier gauges, engine and gearbox laptop testing equipment?
• Do you possess the basic skills in gas and electric welding, burning, and basic body repairs?
• You will need to attend vehicle manufacturer product training courses, DVSA vehicle inspection training and specialist vehicle recovery training as required, this may involve an overnight stay. Are you willing to go the extra mile to achieve your career goals? If yes, to the above, then we would love to hear from you.

Rewards & Benefits

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
• Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Cycle to work scheme

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.