What you will do in your working day
A Heavy Vehicle Service Technician will inspect, maintain, and repair large vehicles weighing 3.5 tonnes and over.
The Heavy Vehicle Technicians jobs fall into three main categories:
* Servicing - carrying out checks
* Maintenance - replacing/repairing engine parts
* Diagnostics - using the latest diagnostic equipment
As an apprentice, you will observe, learn, and gain an understanding of a wide range of engineering skills and processes while under the instruction of skilled technical staff.
You will be able to:
* Demonstrate these skills and processes as the training period progresses by working independently or with a team
* Learn and understand the importance of health and safety within the workplace
* Learn the fundamental technologies - Heavy Vehicle chassis design, engine, fuels, transmissions, hydraulic and air braking, etc.
* Develop the skills to construct or modify apparatus and instruments from verbal instructions and drawings
* Learn how to maintain workshop equipment and keep it in good repair
The training you will be getting
This is a Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Standard, delivered by Skillnet.
When on a DAF Apprenticeship you will be required to attend the City of Bristol College 4 times a year for two weeks at a time. All accommodation and travel costs are paid for. You will also be assigned a dedicated Skills Coach who will contact you every 28 days at the workplace, giving 1-2-1 information, advice and guidance.
As a result, you will receive the following qualifications:
* Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3
* Functional Skills in English & maths (if required)
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
To be discussed. The qualifications and experience gained upon successful completion of this apprenticeship will allow you to apply for further roles within this sector.