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Apprentice Service & Maintenance Technician - Steven Eagell Toyota - St Albans STEVEN EAGELL LIMITED

As an apprentice Service & Maintenance Technician, you will work alongside an experienced Technician, maintaining and repairing customer’s vehicles to very high industry standards. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 31 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8am-6pm, may include Saturdays on a rota basis

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    11 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000095756

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Carrying out foundation tasks common to all service and repair procedures, such as, removing and replacing bolts, screws, clips, seals and fasteners, sometimes using cutting, drilling, filing and other fabrication skills
  • Contributing to a safe and efficient workshop environment, by adhering to the company’s Health and Safety processes, accurate record keeping, and following standardised workshop practices
  • Accessing information such as wiring diagrams, technical data, and vehicle repair information, then applying the information appropriately
  • Using complex diagnostic, mechanical, and, electrical measuring equipment
  • Inspecting and preparing vehicles to quality standards prior to handing over to customers
  • Service and maintain without supervision
  • Removing, repairing/replacing components to manufacturer’s specification
  • Investigate vehicle faults and identify their underlying causes
    Apply advanced diagnostic principles, and logical problem-solving techniques, using diagnostic tools, and standard testing regimes, to identify mechanical and electrical faults

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

Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (light vehicle) apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

End-Point Assessment (EPA)

Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)

F-GAS Level 3 IMI Refrigerant Handling (VRQ)

Please note: Off the job training is on a residential basis, travel and accommodation costs covered by the employer.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Upon completion of your apprenticeship, there will be scope for additional training, and it is not uncommon to progress through the ranks.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Desired

Things to consider

Vehicles are highly complex, and whilst no formal qualifications are required, you must be literate and numerate, with a desire to learn. You must possess a genuine interest in motor vehicle technology and have practical ability to become a first-rate technician. This is a physically demanding role so the candidate will need to be physically able to carry out demands of the role. You will also be active for most of the time.

About the employer

Established in Milton Keynes in 2002, we have subsequently grown to be an award-winning company and a leading Toyota dealer group in the UK, with branches in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Staffordshire, Suffolk and the West Midlands.

Employer

STEVEN EAGELL LIMITED

Address

37-47 Radlett Road

Frogmore

St Albans

AL2 2JX

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Training

Training provider

PROVQ LIMITED

Contact

Julie Jones or Emma Powell

recruitment@provq.com

01743 762044

Apprenticeship standard

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Simply visit http://www.apprenticeshipfinder.co.uk/toyota and click apply. Complete the application form and screener questions in full and to the best of your ability.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Dec 2022