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).

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'll provide your overalls, and all the tools and equipment needed, you bring the passion and the drive! 

About the role

Ensuring our fleet of buses are in tip-top condition; the successful Bus Paint Prepper will be responsible for the following duties:

• To carry out the painting preparation of minor repairs.
• To ensure the work area/Spray shop is kept clean and tidy.
• To prepare surfaces for painting using glass paper, masking tape, electric and pneumatic sanders.
• Filling minor repairs using different techniques in readiness for paint.
• To carry out paint mixing, surface preparation and tool cleaning entailing the use / mixing of chemicals.
• To carry out sign writing or other artwork on different vehicle types.
• Removal of decals/stickers in readiness for paint prep
• Finishing a vehicle that has been sprayed – fitting small decals and legal lettering.

Location: Adderley Green, Stoke-on-Trent

Hours: 39 per week, Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:30pm with an early finish 1 day per week

Hourly Rate: £12.82 per hour

About you 

• 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.)
• 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

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.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

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.