Breakdown Technician

4 hours ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Firstbus Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Breakdown Technician to join our team at First Bus Engineering. As a key member of our mechanical/engineering team, you will be responsible for attending on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries, diagnosing and carrying out vehicle repairs and parts replacement, and specifying the correct method of repair and parts to be used.

Key Responsibilities
  • Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries
  • Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs and parts replacement
  • Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used
  • Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair
Requirements
  • Minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent
  • Full Cat B license
  • PCV license not essential, but willingness to gain it
  • Experience with vehicle systems, including engines, gearboxes, drive trains, compressed air systems, hydraulic systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, cooling systems, and basic auto electrics
  • Experience with 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
  • Experience with diagnostic equipment, including hydraulic flow meters, air and vacuum gauges, multi meters, temperature gauges, micrometres, Vernier gauges, engine and gearbox laptop testing equipment
  • Basic skills in gas and electric welding, burning, and basic body repairs
What We Offer
  • Free travel on our buses for you and your family
  • First Xclusives discount scheme
  • £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
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
  • Cycle to work scheme
About Us

At First Bus, we are committed to being an inclusive organisation, welcoming applications from all. We believe that diverse backgrounds, thinking, and experiences bring many benefits to our customers, communities, and people. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all.


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