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 skilled Auto Electrician with experience working in the bus or coach or HGV arena to join us our engineering team at our Stoke-on-Trent, Adderley Green depot. Do you want to be part of our energetic team of Engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of vehicles? If yes, then this Electrician position could just be the job for you!
About the role
1. Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used.
2. Carry out vehicle servicing in accordance with central engineering SOPs.
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 multi meters, temperature gauges, micrometers, vernier gauges and E.C.U. diagnostic computer equipment.
We'll provide your overalls and all the tools and equipment needed.
About you
5. Minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e. City & Guilds level 1 & 2).
6. Must be fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment and the overhaul and repair of vehicle electrical systems.
7. Do you hold a valid UK drivers licence?
Working hours: 39hrs p/w
8. Monday to Friday / Tuesday to Saturday alternating shifts (06:00 – 14:00/14:00 – 22:00)
Hourly pay: £17.50 + £5,000.00 Joining Bonus
9. Overtime pay rate: £24.24 p/h
Rewards & Benefits
10. Free travel on our buses for you and your family
11. First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
12. Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
13. Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
14. Cycle to work scheme
We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being 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.