Overview
Ensuring our fleet of buses are in tip-top condition. The successful Bus Paint Prepper will be responsible for painting preparation, surface finishing, and related duties to support maintenance and branding of our vehicles.
Responsibilities
* Carry out the painting preparation of minor repairs.
* Ensure the work area/spray shop is kept clean and tidy.
* Prepare surfaces for painting using glass paper, masking tape, electric and pneumatic sanders.
* Fill minor repairs using different techniques in readiness for paint.
* Carry out paint mixing, surface preparation and tool cleaning entailing the use / mixing of chemicals.
* Carry out sign writing or other artwork on different vehicle types.
* Experienced in the removal and application of decals, transfers and other finishes to vehicle bodywork.
* Experienced with the use and application of different types of solvents, paints and other hazardous materials including metallic colours, pearls and water based paints.
* Familiar with painting techniques using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
* Familiar with the safe operation of workshop equipment including ladders, scaffolding and general portable equipment (i.e. electric and pneumatic hand tools etc.).
Additional Information
Join us as a Bus Paint Prepper and we’ll take your engineering career to the next level. For helping keep our fleet on the road, you’ll earn a good salary and great benefits (see below).
About First Bus Engineering
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 invest 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’ll provide your overalls, and all the tools and equipment needed; you bring the passion and the drive!
Flexible—you may attend vehicle manufacturer’s product training courses; this may involve an overnight stay.
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
* Discounted 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
* Health and well-being focus with 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
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