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 HV Electrical Technician to join our team at our York depot. Do you want to be part of our energetic team of engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of Electric Vehicles? If yes, then this position could just be the job for you!

We'd love to hear from if you're an experienced Electrician/Engineer looking for a transition into High Voltage vehicle diagnosis & repair.

 About the role

• Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used.
• Carry out vehicle servicing.
• Be fully conversant with the diagnosis and repair of vehicle High Voltage electrical systems also including, electronic braking, suspension, electronic destinations, multiplex wiring systems and E.C.U.
• Be fully familiar with all relevant diagnostic equipment including multi meters, temperature gauges, micrometres, vernier gauges and E.C.U. diagnostic computer equipment.

Be able to coach and mentor apprentices, engineering colleagues

We'll provide your overalls (PPE).

Shift pattern: Mon- Fri (40 hrs p/wk.)

About you

• Must be IMI Lvl 3(or working towards) High Voltage trained & able to achieve IMI Lvl 4 (we will help you obtain this)
• Mechanical/Electrical NVQ Level 3
• Must be able to obtain PCV Licence (we will help towards this)
• must have full cat b driving licence.
• Minor Body Repair Skills advantageous but not essential.

 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.

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.