Vehicle Technician

TN United Kingdom; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bus operator as a Mechanical & Electrical Technician, where you'll be at the forefront of bus technology. This role offers a chance to enhance your engineering skills in a supportive environment, with opportunities for ongoing development and a clear career path. You'll diagnose and repair vehicle systems, ensuring safety and efficiency on the road. Enjoy a range of benefits, including free travel for you and your family, discounts on major brands, and a commitment to your wellbeing. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Free travel on buses

Discount scheme

£6 all-day train travel

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems including engines and gearboxes.
• Familiarity with workshop equipment and safe operation practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs and servicing.
• Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and perform road testing.

Skills

PCV Mechanical Skills

Electrical Repair Skills

Diagnostic Equipment Usage

Welding Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

City & Guilds Level I & II

Tools

Brake Rolling Road Testers

Hydraulic Vehicle Lifts

Diagnostic Equipment

Torque Wrenches

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We're one of the country's largest bus 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:

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

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

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 can support you 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 experience with all relevant diagnostic equipment including hydraulic flow meters, air, and vacuum gauges, multi meters, temperature gauges, micrometers, Vernier gauges, engine and gearbox laptop testing equipment?
• Do you possess 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, which may involve an overnight stay. Are you willing to go the extra mile to achieve your career goals? If yes, then we would love to hear from you.

Benefits include:

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• First Xclusives discount scheme: Over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands for you and your family & friends
• £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and opportunity to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme

We focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognize that anyone can be affected by 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.