Job Summary
As a Day Fitter at Arriva plc, you will be responsible for the routine maintenance, inspection, and repair of our bus fleet, ensuring their safety, reliability, and operational readiness.
Salary: £19.27 Per Hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, Days, 38 hours per week
Location: Arriva St Helens
Job Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance, including vehicle inspections, oil changes, and component lubrication.
- Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults on a diverse range of bus models.
- Carry out repairs and replacements of various vehicle components, such as engines, gearboxes, braking systems, and suspension units.
- Conduct pre-MOT inspections and prepare vehicles for regulatory testing, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety and environmental standards.
- Utilize diagnostic equipment and technical manuals to identify and resolve complex issues efficiently.
- Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work performed, including parts used and time taken.
- Adhere to all company health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others.
- Collaborate effectively with other team members, including fellow fitters, supervisors, and operational staff.
- Participate in continuous professional development and training to stay updated with new vehicle technologies and repair techniques.
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience as a vehicle technician or fitter, preferably within the bus, coach, or heavy goods vehicle (HGV) industry.
- Recognized qualification in vehicle maintenance and repair (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, City & Guilds).
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills with a solid understanding of vehicle mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
- Full UK driving license, with a PCV (Passenger Carrying Vehicle) license desirable, or a willingness to obtain one.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and a strong work ethic.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and occasional overtime, as required by operational demands.