Apprentice Technical Support Advisor

CARRIER SOLUTIONS UK LTD.

Telford (TF1 7YP)

Closes on Monday 15 June 2026

Posted on 16 February 2026


Summary

A Carrier apprenticeship is a great opportunity to kick-start your career with a global leader in climate and energy solutions. You’ll gain hands-on experience, earn a salary, and work towards industry-recognised qualifications.

Training course
Gas engineering operative (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday in the workplace, with one day per week in college attending Bordesley Green Campus (B9 5NA). Exact working hours TBC.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Duration

4 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

This role is based in Telford, Shropshire

  • The main goal of this role is to learn and understand the HVAC industry with the aim of being able to support our Customers, Internal Engineers and Sales Teams with Technical support
  • Manage inbound calls from customers and engineers
  • Investigate customer’s problems, providing technical assistance on Viessmann products installed in the field both via the telephone and email
  • Parts identification and selection for spare part enquiries
  • Handling technical enquiries related to design, performance, approval, production, and operation Viessmann products
  • Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, help sheets, reports and records on our internal CRM system
  • Any other duties as reasonably required to assist Viessmann technical operations

Where you'll work

Hortonwood 30
Telford
TF1 7YP

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SHREWSBURY COLLEGES GROUP

Training course

Gas engineering operative (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Comply with health and safety practices.
  • Install and commission a range of primary appliances, for example central heating boilers, gas cookers, space heaters.
  • Install and commission a range of secondary appliances, for example laundry appliances, water heaters and gas meters (not exceeding 6m3 in capacity).
  • Carry out testing and safety checks applicable to the appliance chimney or flue type.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and servicing of appliances and components.
  • Identify and rectify faults in appliances and components.
  • Decommission appliances and systems.
  • Isolate the electrical supply to the appliance.
  • Conduct electrical safety checks pre- and post-work.
  • Undertake and document risk assessments.
  • Source, read and follow technical documentation associated with equipment and installation requirements.
  • Select, use and maintain tools, equipment and test instrumentation.
  • Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Check and action inspection records and schedules.
  • Identify unsafe situations or conditions and take action under IGEM G/11 Gas industry unsafe situations procedure.
  • Use digital technology to access job, appliance and customer information.
  • Complete and maintain work records including appliance and customer data in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
  • Communicate verbally with customers, including the provision of guidance on energy and efficiency measures specific to the appliance or system being worked on.
  • Recycle, reuse, return defective components and dispose of waste.
  • Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
  • Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
  • Comply with health and safety practices.
  • Install and commission a range of primary appliances, for example central heating boilers, gas cookers, space heaters.
  • Install and commission a range of secondary appliances, for example laundry appliances, water heaters and gas meters (not exceeding 6m3 in capacity).
  • Carry out testing and safety checks applicable to the appliance chimney or flue type.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and servicing of appliances and components.
  • Identify and rectify faults in appliances and components.
  • Decommission appliances and systems.
  • Isolate the electrical supply to the appliance.
  • Conduct electrical safety checks pre- and post-work.
  • Undertake and document risk assessments.
  • Source, read and follow technical documentation associated with equipment and installation requirements.
  • Select, use and maintain tools, equipment and test instrumentation.
  • Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Check and action inspection records and schedules.
  • Identify unsafe situations or conditions and take action under IGEM G/11 Gas industry unsafe situations procedure.
  • Use digital technology to access job, appliance and customer information.
  • Complete and maintain work records including appliance and customer data in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
  • Communicate verbally with customers, including the provision of guidance on energy and efficiency measures specific to the appliance or system being worked on.
  • Recycle, reuse, return defective components and dispose of waste.
  • Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
  • Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.

Training schedule

  • Level 3 Gas Engineering Operative
  • Study at Shrewsbury college

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Grade C / 4 or above)
  • Maths (grade Grade C / 4 or above)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Science (grade GCSE or equivalent in Science)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • 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

About this employer

We are Carrier, a global leader in advanced heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration technologies. From homes and offices to large commercial spaces, our solutions help create comfortable, efficient environments. Our legacy is built on innovation. For decades, our teams have been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge systems that promote healthier indoor air and more sustainable operations. Our portfolio includes high-performance products like air conditioners, chillers, boilers, rooftop units, and refrigeration equipment. Joining Carrier means being part of a supportive, forward-thinking community. Here, your ideas and skills are valued, and you’ll be empowered to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact.

https://www.carrier.com/us/en/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Benefits Central Platform hosting employee rewards & recognition, health & wellbeing resources 

After this apprenticeship

  • We see our apprentices as the future of our business. As a global company with operations in most major countries, the career opportunities are endless
  • At Carrier, you will work in a place where you will connect with amazing people, you will feel your unique skills and perspectives will be truly valued, and we will support you as much as possible to bring out the best of you

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SHREWSBURY COLLEGES GROUP

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000015745.

Apply now

Closes on Monday 15 June 2026

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