Mechanic

Job description
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

If you have an NVQ level 3 in Mechanics or Engineering with proven experience as a Mechaniceither working on buses, trucks, coaches, HGV/PSV, then why not express your interest today by registering your profile against this vacancy, and we'll take your career to the next level.

The ideal candidate for this position would be more Electrical biased with some mechanical experience, as we are soon to be a fully EV operated depot.

Key responsibilities:

The successful mechanical 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.
• Have knowledge of vehicle engine electrical systems and exhaust after treatment systems
• Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations using handheld data capture devices if applicable.
• Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
• Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair.
• PCV Mechanical, Electrical Body Repair Skills required.

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

Hourly Rate: £20.36 an hour plus £4.07 per hour premium on Saturdays + £3,000 Joining Bonus!

Working Shift Pattern: 39 hours per week, working 5 over 7

Location: Bath

About you
• Do you have a minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e., City Guilds level I 2) with proven on-the job experience in any HGV/LGV, car or van mechanical environment?
• You must have full cat B license.
• PCV licence isn't essential, we can support you in gaining it.
• You must have working experience and knowledge 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.
• 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..)?
• Do you possess the basic skills in gas and electric welding, burning, and basic body repairs?

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

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, which is why we offer Simply Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you!

This offering includes cash back benefits across optical dental as well as virtual GP appointments and nutrition and fitness advice. You will also have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process. Read more