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At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, subways, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling, and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon emissions and replace cars.

Are you our new Train Technician in Falköping?

We are looking for someone with mechanical experience who wants to be part of a global industry leader! Do you have the desire to develop, appreciate teamwork, and enjoy solving technical challenges? Then you might be the one we are looking for!

Your future role

You will report to Patrik Stensson (Depot Manager) and work together in a group with competent and engaged colleagues who will help you integrate into the work and the team in the best way possible.

At the depot in Falköping, you will work with all aspects of ongoing and preventive maintenance of Regina.

Depending on your skills and interests, the work will range from changing light bulbs to large heavy mechanical assemblies of engines, gearboxes, and wheel axles, etc. The role includes performing maintenance on the vehicles and assessing their traffic safety condition. You should be able to follow instructions and carry out maintenance and commissioning accordingly.

The role also includes:

• Performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and modifications on vehicles.
• Working according to instructions in existing systems.
• Registering and documenting information in our current systems regarding, for example, action text, material used, etc.
• Occasionally troubleshooting and correcting electrical faults on the vehicles with the support of troubleshooters.
• Ensuring compliance with the requirements of the policy for environment, health, safety, and quality.
• Working according to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Alstom Railway Safety Policy.

To be authorized as a train technician, our employees need to undergo Alstom's internal training program with a passing result. This training is conducted during regular working hours and at no cost. Since the tasks are significant for traffic safety, a passing medical health examination is required before any employment can begin, which will be arranged by Alstom.

Who are you?

To succeed as a train technician, you need to have strong technical skills and an eye for detail.

You need to be structured and enjoy working according to clear processes. We also believe that you like working towards deadlines to get the trains out on time. You are good at organizing and planning your work well.

We also believe you are analytical and enjoy performing technical troubleshooting and finding solutions to problems. Furthermore, it is important that you are meticulous and have a high sense of responsibility, as work as a train technician has a direct impact on the safety and health of all passengers.

Good communication and collaboration skills are also important as you will be working alongside other technicians and staff at our depot.

To succeed in the role:

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we do not expect you to have all the skills. Instead, we have listed some that we believe will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Education/experience or a strong passion for electricity, technology, and troubleshooting.
• Experience or understanding of technical work in the aviation, industrial, or automotive sectors or similar where repair and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and digital control systems have been part of your daily routine.
• We prefer that you are used to assembling electrical and mechanical components according to drawings and instructions.
• If you have good knowledge of electricity, that is a big plus.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting and the ability to solve complex problems is advantageous.
• Familiarity with the railway industry is a plus.
• Fluent communication in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

You need to be able to work shifts.

Since the tasks are significant for traffic safety, a passing medical health examination is required before any employment can begin, which will be arranged by Alstom.

Welcome to submit your application today. Interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis.

If you have questions about the position, contact depot manager Patrik Stensson at 073-6619649.

Things you will like

Join us on a lifelong transformative journey - the railway industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects.
• Develop within the company.
• Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning.

If you are ready for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you will feel proud. If you are ready for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global company, we are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity in the 63 countries where we operate. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.