Vehicle Technician

2 months ago

Haverfordwest, 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.

About the role

The successful Mechanical & Electrical Vehicle Technician will be responsible for the following duties:

Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement. Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used. Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations using handheld data capture devices if applicable. Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair. PCV Mechanical repair Skills required. An understanding of electrics would be of benefit but not essential.

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

Location  - Haverfordwest - You may occasionally be required to work at our Swansea depot with notice with travel time paid.

Hourly Rate -  £17.00 per hour

Working Shift Patterns

24 hours per week Monday to Wednesday, 0600-1430.
Rest-day overtime often available at enhanced rates (£23 /hr)

About you

Minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds level I & 2) Must have full cat B license.  Welding experience is preferable 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, micrometres, Vernier gauges, engine and gearbox laptop testing equipment? You will need to attend vehicle manufacturer product training courses, DVSA vehicle inspection training and specialist vehicle recovery training as required, this may involve an overnight stay. Are you willing to go the extra mile to achieve your career goals? If yes, to the above, then we would love to hear from you.

 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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