Social network you want to login/join with:
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.
We are looking for an Auto/Vehicle Electrician to join our team in Weston-Super-Mare. Do you want to be part of our energetic team of mechanics and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of vehicles? If yes, then this electrician position could just be the job for you!
We'd love to hear from you if you have at least a Level 3 NVQ mechanical qualification or equivalent (e.g., City & Guilds level 1 & 2) with proven on-the-job experience in HGV/LGV/Car/Van. If you're ex-military with an apprenticeship in mechanical/engineering, or an experienced mechanic or engineer seeking career transition or progression, we would love to hear from you too.
About the role
1. Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used.
2. Carry out vehicle servicing.
3. 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.
4. Be fully familiar with all relevant diagnostic equipment, including multimeters, temperature gauges, micrometers, vernier gauges, and E.C.U. diagnostic computer equipment.
We'll provide your overalls (PPE).
Hourly pay rate: £18.40 p/h based on 39 hrs p/w + £2,000 JOINING BONUS
Working Shift Pattern: Mon – Fri, 06:00 - 14:00
About you
1. Do you possess a minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent qualification?
2. Are you fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment and the overhaul and repair of vehicle electrical systems?
3. Are you willing to obtain a forklift truck and PCV licence if fully supported by First Bus?
4. Do you have a valid UK driver’s licence?
5. Enjoy free travel on our buses for you and your family.
6. Benefit from the First Xclusives discount scheme, offering over 3,000 deals on high street and leisure brands for you, your family, and friends.
7. Get £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains.
8. Access to pension scheme and the opportunity to buy discounted First Group shares.
9. Enjoy enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
10. Participate in the cycle-to-work scheme.
We prioritize physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognize that work and life can be stressful, and offer a range of health-promotion initiatives along with 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
#J-18808-Ljbffr