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On-site in Madrid·Added 17 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)
Our summary
- Hours
- Includes night work
- Work mode
- On-site, Madrid
- Education
- Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)



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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Join us on a life-transforming journey: the railway industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.
You will also be able to:
- Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
- Work with transversal teams and helpful colleagues
- Utilise our agile working environment
You don't need to be a train fanatic to thrive with us. We guarantee that, as soon as you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you will feel great pride. If you are willing to take on the challenge, we would love to know more about you.
The role
At Alstom, we know how transport networks work and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to pre-configured systems, services, infrastructure, signaling, and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the industry's widest portfolio. Every day, 80,000 people strive to lead the transition towards greener and smarter mobility worldwide, enabling cities to be connected, while also reducing the carbon footprint and replacing cars.
Could you be the Maintenance Technician in Barajas, Madrid that we are looking for?
Your future role
The APM (Automatic People Mover) maintenance technician will report to the team leader and will be responsible for the operation and the preventive and corrective maintenance activities of the APM railway system located in T4 of the Madrid-Barajas airport, guaranteeing compliance with the established availability and service quality indices and requirements.
We'll look to you for:
- Comply with safety regulations and operating procedures.
- Perform corrective and preventive maintenance operations on the railway vehicles and fixed facilities of the Madrid Barajas Airport T4. Said maintenance includes tasks in electronics, instrumentation, assembly, electricity, mechanics, pneumatics, etc.
- Report and enter the results of the maintenance operations carried out in the workshop to keep the computer database up to date.
- Control the quality of maintenance, performing inspections and deciding on rejection based on established standards, reflecting the inspection results through templates.
- Collect data from the maintenance process, including temperatures, humidity, cycle duration, wear, defects, anomalies, etc., reflecting them through Work Order templates.
- Operation of the system from the control center, once authorization for operation has been obtained from engineering.
About you
We value passion and attitude above experience. That is why we do not expect you to have every skill. Instead, we have listed some that we believe will help you succeed and grow in this role:
- Training: Intermediate or Higher Vocational Training as an Electrician - Electronics Technician. Knowledge in: electricity, electronics and/or electromechanics.
- Valuable: 1 year of relevant experience in industrial maintenance, electromechanical area.
- Experience as a Railway Rolling Stock Maintenance Technician will be positively valued.
- Knowledge of HVAC and Pneumatics will be valued.
- Availability to work in Barajas on 10-day shifts, consisting of 6 working days and 4 rest days. The 6 working days will be two morning shifts (from 7:00 to 15:00), two afternoon shifts (from 15:00 to 23:00), and two night shifts (from 23:00 to 7:00).
Important to note
As a global company, we are an employer that offers equal opportunities and celebrates diversity in the more than 70 countries in which we operate. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.
Hiring process
Application submission
Resume screening · With a Talent Acquisition
Initial interview
With a Talent Acquisition
Typically with Talent Acquisition.
Second interview
With a hiring manager
With the hiring manager.
References and background check
Selection and offer
- Candidates not shortlisted receive a rejection email.
- Hiring decision communicated within 45 days of the final interview (stated in adverts).
About Alstom
Alstom is a global leader in the rail industry, developing and marketing integrated systems for greener and smarter mobility. The company offers a broad portfolio including rolling stock, infrastructure, and digital rail solutions, with a mission to make rail the backbone of transportation. Alstom's operations span worldwide, providing sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.
In Spain, Alstom has a significant presence with multiple offices and facilities, including in Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid, and other locations. The company is actively hiring for various roles in Spain, such as railway maintenance engineers, project managers, and technical specialists. Alstom's Spanish operations are involved in both manufacturing and maintenance activities, offering opportunities for international professionals in the rail sector.
- Industry
- Rail Manufacturing
- Founded
- 1928
- Employees
- 50,000–100,000
- Headquarters
- Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid and 3 more
Good to know if you are moving
- Alstom has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid, and other cities, offering numerous job opportunities in the rail sector.
- The company provides roles in engineering, project management, and maintenance, with many positions requiring technical skills in railway systems.
- Alstom's Spanish operations are involved in both manufacturing and maintenance, providing a diverse range of career paths for international professionals.
- The company is committed to greener mobility, making it an attractive employer for those interested in sustainable transportation solutions.
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