Service Technician Apprenticeship - Drive Vauxhall Leamington Spa
DRIVE MOTOR RETAIL LIMITED
Leamington Spa, CV32 6AT
Closes on Monday 21 October
Posted on 16 September 2024
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Summary
This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to learn the skills and knowledge necessary to become a proficient service technician in the automotive industry. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, the apprentice will gain hands-on experience, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of Stellantis products and services.
- Annual wage
- £13,312 a year
- Training course
- Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm.
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 4 November
- Duration
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3 Years
- Positions available
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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
This role is ideal for individuals passionate about mechanics, problem-solving, and providing exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities:
- Assist senior technicians in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing various mechanical and electrical systems
- Learn to perform routine maintenance tasks, including inspections, lubrication, and adjustments
- Participate in equipment installations and upgrades under supervision
- Develop proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment to identify issues accurately
- Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of service requests and projects
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment
- Document service activities, including work performed, parts used, and customer interactions
- Attend training sessions and workshops to enhance technical skills and product knowledge
- Communicate effectively with customers to address inquiries, explain service procedures, and provide recommendations
- Assist with inventory management, including tracking parts and supplies used during service operations
Where you’ll work
Rugby Road
Leamington Spa
CV32 6AT
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
CALEX UK LTD
Your training course
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (light vehicle)
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
- The programme lasts for at least 36 months (3 years) and you'll achieve a nationally recognised qualifications
- All of our apprentices are employed through the dealer network and attend week-long block training at our state-of-the-art training centre in Coventry
- Block training is complemented by a combination of regular coaching visits from one of our experienced coaches as well as virtual classroom sessions and E-learning modules
- Your development is supported through your apprenticeship journey, with your learning focused towards achieving a qualification recognised across the motor industry. This will provide the foundation to develop your career, as there are lots of opportunities within our expanding dealer network to progress and move into new roles once you’ve successfully completed the programme
- Before the Standard is met, all apprentices must hold a certificate that meets the EU’s 2014 F-gas regulation
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade (Grade C/4) essential)
- Maths (grade (Grade C/4) essential)
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
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
About this company
Our reputation for excellence is reinforced by the ‘Drive Academy’ a dedicated resource which trains all customer facing staff to a consistent high standard to deliver the best possible customer service. We back this up with a UK based Customer Contact Centre that handles over 40,000 calls per month providing a ‘best-in-industry’ customer experience.
After this apprenticeship
- There are lots of opportunities within our expanding dealer network to progress and move into new roles once you’ve successfully completed the programme
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CALEX UK LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000277222.
Apply now
Closes on Monday 21 October
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