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Bus Mechanic - Electromechanic

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 1 month ago

Avanza

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Contract
Fixed-term contract, full-time hours
Hours
Jornada intensiva all year · Includes night work
Spanish
Fluent
Other languages
Catalan
Education
Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Temporary full-time contract of long duration with possibility of becoming permanent
  • Fixed time slot to be determined: morning, afternoon, or night
  • Intensive working day
  • Salary according to collective agreement
  • Temporary full-time contract of long duration with possibility of becoming permanent - Fixed time slot to be determined: morning, afternoon, or night - Intensive working day - Salary according to collective agreement

The role

Avanza needs to hire maintenance mechanics and/or electromechanics to service urban buses in Viladecans, Barcelona, in the categories of Workshop Assistant, Second-Class Skilled Tradesperson, and First-Class Skilled Tradesperson.

What you'll do

WORKSHOP ASSISTANT FUNCTIONS

  • Carries out the cleaning of the vehicles in the wash bay.
  • Controls and performs the external cleaning of the yard.
  • Is in charge of refueling the vehicles that arrive at the facilities.
  • Checks the cleaning kit as well as the ramps.
  • Carries out the movement of the vehicles located in the workshop according to the breakdown situation.
  • Performs and checks the ITV of the vehicles to update the necessary stickers.
  • Carries out the tests of the broken-down vehicles that are in the workshop as well as the change of their location.
  • Changes the vehicles in the yard for the next day's departure.
  • Controls the oils at the gas station.
  • Carries out the downloading of the tachograph pins and the downloading of the vending machines.
  • Collaborates in the delivery of the vehicles to the drivers.

SECOND-CLASS SKILLED TRADESPERSON MECHANIC FUNCTIONS

  • Collaborates in the diagnosis of faults or breakdowns and their repair with the first-class skilled tradespeople of each specialty.
  • Collaborates in the verification and control of the mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems of the bus's operation.
  • Performs preventive and corrective maintenance (oil changes, brakes, tire changes, injectors, mirrors, light bulbs, fuel system, engine cooling, among others)
  • Performs periodic inspections of the bus fleet.
  • Performs basic repairs: mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical.
  • Repair and/or replacement of distributions and clutches.
  • Selects the machines, tools, and safety equipment necessary to carry out the maintenance processes.

FIRST-CLASS SKILLED TRADESPERSON MECHANIC FUNCTIONS

  • Locates and diagnoses faults or breakdowns and repairs them, using electronic systems and computer programs for detecting vehicle faults to detect them.
  • Analyzes the information provided by the diagnostic equipment, comparing it with the specifications given by the manufacturer to determine the maintenance and repair process.
  • Selects the repair processes by interpreting the technical information included in manuals and catalogs.
  • Selects the machines, tools, and safety equipment necessary to carry out the maintenance processes in the electromechanical area.
  • Repairs assemblies, subassemblies, and elements of the vehicle's mechanical systems, using the repair techniques prescribed by the manufacturers.

How you'll work

Full-time

Fixed-term

Requirements

  • Minimum studies: Vocational Training Cycle in Automotive
  • Minimum experience: 1 year in a similar position
  • Good level of Catalan and Spanish
  • Minimum studies: Vocational Training Cycle in Automotive - Minimum experience: 1 year in a similar position - Good level of Catalan and Spanish

About Avanza

Avanza is a leading passenger transport company in Spain, operating urban and intercity bus services across the country. Part of the larger Mobility ADO group, it manages public transport networks in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Zaragoza, Vigo, and Salamanca, along with regional services in the Basque Country and other areas. The company is a key player in Spain's mobility sector, with a strong focus on providing reliable and efficient public transportation solutions.

Avanza has a significant presence throughout Spain, with offices and operational hubs in numerous cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, Zaragoza, Vigo, and Salamanca. The company offers a wide range of job opportunities, from bus drivers and mechanics to administrative and technical roles, making it a relevant employer for international professionals seeking to work in Spain's transport industry. With a commitment to safety and service quality, Avanza provides a stable work environment and opportunities for career growth in the public transport sector.

Industry
Passenger Transport
Founded
2002
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Zaragoza and 17 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Avanza operates in multiple Spanish cities, offering opportunities for relocation to various regions, including Madrid, Barcelona, and Zaragoza.
  • The company provides roles for bus drivers, mechanics, and administrative staff, with many positions requiring Spanish language skills.
  • As part of the Mobility ADO group, Avanza offers stability and potential for career development within a large international transport network.
  • The company is involved in public transport services, which are essential to Spanish cities, ensuring steady demand for its services.
  • Some roles, such as drivers, may require a valid Spanish driving license (permiso D) and professional qualifications.
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