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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/Lathe Operator?

Do you have experience in electrical or mechanical fields and want to become part of a global leading company? Do you want to develop, appreciate teamwork, and enjoy solving technical challenges? Then we might be looking for you!

Your future role with us

At Alstom in Umeå, we work together in a group of competent and engaged colleagues who help you integrate into the work and team in the best way possible. Here, we maintain motor cars of types X11 and X62, check traffic safety, and rectify any faults or damages. The tasks are very varied as we perform everything from electrical troubleshooting and testing of various functions to replacing everything from push buttons to wheels.

Some examples of what your tasks may consist of:

• Wheel turning, both vehicle-mounted and off-vehicle
• Electrical work – troubleshooting using documentation, installation/replacement of equipment, etc.
• Mechanical work – wheel changes, pneumatic troubleshooting, window replacements, etc.
• Interior work in cars – repair of interior fittings, etc.
• Check that trains are traffic-safe

Who are you?

To succeed as a Train Technician/Lathe Operator, you need strong technical competence and an eye for detail. You need to be structured and enjoy working according to clear processes. We also believe you enjoy working against 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 the work of 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 work together with other technicians and other staff at our depot.

To succeed in the role:

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

• Education or experience with CNC machines
• Education or experience in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and troubleshooting
• Experience in assembling electrical and mechanical components according to drawings and instructions
• Knowledge of the train industry
• Basic computer skills (Office suite, SAP, etc.)
• Fluent communication in Swedish, both verbal and written
• Good English language skills

We work in shifts.

As the tasks are significant for traffic safety, a medical health examination is required before any employment can begin, which Alstom will arrange.

If you are the right person to take on this challenge, you are warmly welcome to apply as soon as possible. Selection and interviews take place on an ongoing basis.

Things you will like

Join us on a lifelong transformative journey – the railway industry is here to stay, allowing you to 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 do not need to be a train enthusiast to thrive here. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you will be proud.

Important to note

As a global company, we are an employer that offers equal opportunities and celebrates diversity in the 63 countries where we operate. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.