Auto Electrician

2 months ago


WestonsuperMare, United Kingdom First Bus Full time

Welcome to First Bus Engineering

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 a 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 if you have at a minimum a Level 3 NVQ mechanical qualification or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds level 1 & 2)with proven on the job experience either in HGV/LGV/Car/Van. If you're ex-military with an apprenticeship mechanical/engineering qualification, or an experienced mechanic or engineer looking for a career transition/progression, then we would love to hear from you too.

 About the role

Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used. Carry out vehicle servicing. 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).

Hourly pay rate: £17.80 p/h based on 39hrs p/w

£2,000 JOINING BONUS

Working Shift Pattern: Mon – Fri, 06:00 - 14:00

About you

Do you possess a minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent qualification? You must be fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment and the overhaul and repair of vehicle electrical systems. Will you be willing to obtain a forklift truck and PCV licence if fully assisted by First Bus? Do you have a valid UK drivers licence?

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 £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

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.


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