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Apprentice Vehicle Damage Mechanical Electrical Trim (MET) Technician JAMES ALPE LTD

James Alpe Ltd is offering a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Mechanical Electrical Trim (MET) Technician to join their Accident Repair Centre in Clitheroe.

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Closing date: 28 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,140.00

  • Working week

    Mon - Thurs - 08:00 - 17:00 Fri - 08:00 - 14:15

    Total hours per week: 39.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    07 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    02 Jun 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000051418

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Apprentice Vehicle Damage Mechanical Electrical Trim (MET) Technician

James Alpe Ltd is offering a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Mechanical Electrical Trim (MET) Technician to join their Accident Repair Centre in Clitheroe.

A Vehicle Damage MET Technician works in the vehicle body repair sector of the motor industry. The role is to identify damaged mechanical and electrical components on a damaged car/light commercial vehicle, and remove and refit these components before and after body repair work has been carried out. They typically work on repairing vehicles that have been involved in accidents or similar incidents.

 

The role is demanding as the successful applicant will be working on a range of vehicles while learning their trade to a nationally recognised standard. Modern cars are becoming increasingly complex and it is essential that today’s MET Technicians are fully conversant with the most recent technology. Our Mechanical, Electrical and Trim Technicians work methodically to return customer vehicles to factory standards, diagnosing and fixing faults.

Duties include:

  • Removing and refitting body trims and panels
  • Removing and refitting Components
  • Accessing and removing damage components
  • Carry out vehicle diagnostics
  • Carry out vehicle suspension alignment 
  • Safety working practices on Electric / Hybrid Vehicles
  • ADAS systems and recalibrations

This is an exciting opening for an opportunity to earn while you learn gaining a nationally recognised qualification and a future career.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • VCQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and repair
  • VRQ Technical Certificate, Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
  • Key Skills, Functional Skills
  • Level 1-ICT
  • Level 2-Application of Number and Communication.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

As a fully qualified Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical & Trim (MET) Technician, there will be many opportunities within the automotive field.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Practical Ability, An interest in motor vehicles

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent ICT (Grade 4/C or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4/C or above) Desired

Things to consider

Please do not contact Company direct. PLEASE NOTE; we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply ASAP if you wish to be considered for this role.

About the employer

Based in Clitheroe, we are the North West's leading Accident Repair Centre and Vehicle Conversions Specialist. We are a family run 'one stop shop' for vehicle owners, individuals or fleets, public or private sector customers. We are unique in our industry in providing a diverse range of services, saving our customers both time and money. We have a fleet of courtesy vehicles for all our customers, recovery vehicles and most importantly experienced, helpful staff that really care.

Employer

JAMES ALPE LTD

Address

LINCOLN WAY

SALTHILL INDUSTRIAL ESTATE

CLITHEROE

BB7 1QD

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Training

Training provider

TRAINING 2000 LIMITED

Contact

Lauren Reddaway

lauren.reddaway@t2000.co.uk

01254 54659

Apprenticeship standard

Vehicle damage mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) technician

Level 3 (A level)

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