Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team at LC Vehicle Hire as an HGV Technician Apprentice where you will be working alongside a qualified Technician/Mentor learning how to service, maintain & repair a range of different manufacturer light and heavy commercial vehicles, Feel this could be the role for you? Apply today!
Wage
£15,704 a year
Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30. 30-minute unpaid lunch break.
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 1 September
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Duties include:
* Learning the fundamentals of HV technologies - HV chassis, engine, fuels, transmissions, hydraulic & air braking, electrical systems, & testing
* Ensure all job cards & service sheets are completed in a timely manner
* Liaise with parts department to identify & order parts
* To represent LC Vehicle Hire in a professional & courteous manner
Where you’ll work
Unit 110
Burcott Road
Bristol
BS11 8AF
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
THE SMB GROUP
Your training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
* The ability to keep updated with emerging new technologies within the HV industry.
* Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes.
* Access specific and related HV technical information appropriately.
* The ability to service, inspect and maintain HVs and trailers to meet company, Driver and vehicle standards agency (DVSA) and manufacturers’ standards.
* Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HV’s.
* Successfully inspect and prepare vehicles and trailers to meet DVSA standards prescribed in the tester’s manual.
* Carry out final quality checks before handover to the customer without supervision.
* Apply advanced diagnostic principles and logical/problem solving techniques and regimes.
* Maintain records to company and operators’ licence obligations and regulation.
* To be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written mediums both internally and with customers on a range of topics that will support, HV inspection and diagnosing techniques.
Your training plan
Block release at SMB Group, Stephenson College campus, Thornborough Road, Coalville LE67 3TN will include:
* Delivery of HGV Maintenance Technician Level 3 - Apprenticeship Standard
* Functional Skills maths and English (if applicable)
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Team working
* Physical fitness
* Willingness to learn
Other requirements
Apprentices will be required to attend SMB Group - Stephenson Campus on a block release basis. All accommodation and travel to and from college will be provided by the employer. More information on our block release delivery will be explained throughout the recruitment process.