We are looking for a night shift PSV/HGV electrician to join our mechanical engineering team in Glasgow, Scotstoun region. Do you want to be part of our energetic team of engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of buses? If yes, then this Electrician position could just be the job for you!
We'd love to hear from if you have at a minimum a Level 3 NVQ qualification or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds level 1 & 2) qualification with proven on the job experience. If you're ex-military with a completed apprenticeship engineering qualification, or an experienced engineer looking for a transition, then we would love to hear from you too., Do you possess a minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds level 1 & 2)?
-You must be fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment and the overhaul and repair of vehicle electrical systems.
-You must be in the possession of, or capable of obtaining a full PCV licence and forklift truck licence if required.
We're one of the country's largest bus operators - and our 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.
Be fully conversant with the overhaul and repair of vehicle electrical systems including engine management, automatic/semi-automatic gearboxes, electronic braking, suspension, electronic destinations, multiplex wiring systems and E.C.U.
-Be fully familiar with all relevant diagnostic equipment including multi meters, temperature gauges, micrometres, vernier gauges and E.C.U. diagnostic computer equipment.
We'll provide your overalls (PPE).
Shifts: Sunday to Thursday
Hourly pay-rate: £20.17 p/h + £2,000 JOINING BONUS, First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
-£6 all-day 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 well-being 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.