Vehicle Technician apprenticeship - (FAS-0004-24)

This would not suit a complete beginner. Previous experience or a level 1 / 2 in vehicle repairs required. You will be working in a busy garage on customer vehicles carrying out tasks such as: 

Light vehicle servicing Removing Tyres  Repairing punctures  Wheel balancing Tyres and Brakes Fault Diagnosis on cars and light commercial vehicles using computer equipment and through a process of elimination Removal and replacement of a range of vehicle parts Assisting the other members of the team with more complex tasks Supporting the delivery of MOT Tests Basic servicing, including car health checks Steering and suspension Electrical fault diagnostics Shadowing Technicians Cleaning the workshop Moving vehicles 

Training:
You will be working towards your Level 3 motor vehicle service and repair technician (light vehicle) qualification.  This will be a day release delivery. The apprentice will spend 4 days per week at the garage plus one day at college, approx 40 hours. 20% of this time will be off the job learning through college sessions, virtual training and online sessions, this will be supported by assessments that will take place at the work place. The remaining 80% will involve practical hands on work.

Training Outcome:

This role has the potential to lead into employment as there are vacancies with the host company. Secondly, upon sucsessful completion of the level 3 qualification, the candidate would be able to apply for positions in the automotive trade as a repair technician. This is an industry standard qualification and with the experience gained on the job, will be valuble to employers.

Employer Description:
Training & Apprenticeships in Construction Ltd (TrAC) is a DfE approved Flexi Job Apprenticeship Agency who will employ you for the duration of the apprenticeship and pay your salary. You should be aware that you will be placed with a host employer but you will not be employed by them. Your placement may change during the course of your apprenticeship but TrAC will employ you throughout, as well as continuing to support you into employment or further learning at the end of your apprenticeship.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm. Two 15 min breaks and 30 mins lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative