Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician apprenticeship (level 3)

Summary

Join us as a Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprentice, working on cutting-edge Hydroblasting and Line Marking vehicles. Gain hands-on experience, travel the UK, and earn while you learn in a high-demand, specialist industry.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Pay starts at the national apprenticeship rate, with regular reviews as you progress. You’ll also receive overtime pay, hydroblast job bonuses, and travel or overnight allowances where applicable.

Training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

Hours

You’ll work Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, with a one-hour lunch break. Some early starts, evenings, or weekends may be required when travelling to jobs. The role is 40 hours per week, in line with apprenticeship guidelines.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 July 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

2

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

Assist in routine maintenance and servicing of hydroblasting and line marking vehicles
Carry out safety checks and inspections before vehicles are deployed
Help diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults
Clean and maintain hydroblasting nozzles, pumps, and other specialist components
Support the setup and calibration of high-pressure water systems used on-site
Learn how to operate hydroblasting and line marking equipment under supervision
Travel with the team to job sites across the UK, gaining field experience
Work alongside experienced technicians to understand vehicle systems and best practices
Record maintenance activities and assist with keeping service logs up to date
Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures while working in the workshop and on-site

Where you'll work

Jack Coupe Sons Ltd
Unit 7 Hackworth Industrial Park
Shildon
DL4 1HG

Training

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

College or training organisation

HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

Your training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
The ability to keep updated with emerging new technologies within the HV industry.
Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes.
Access specific and related HV technical information appropriately.
The ability to service, inspect and maintain HVs and trailers to meet company, Driver and vehicle standards agency (DVSA) and manufacturers’ standards.
Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HV’s.
Successfully inspect and prepare vehicles and trailers to meet DVSA standards prescribed in the tester’s manual.
Carry out final quality checks before handover to the customer without supervision.
Apply advanced diagnostic principles and logical/problem solving techniques and regimes.
Maintain records to company and operators’ licence obligations and regulation.
To be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written mediums both internally and with customers on a range of topics that will support, HV inspection and diagnosing techniques.

Your training plan

Training will be delivered through hands-on experience in the workplace and off-the-job training with our approved training provider.

On-the-job training will occur at our central depot, where the apprentice will work alongside experienced technicians on hydroblasting and line marking vehicles.

Off-the-job training will be delivered in block release or day release format at Hartlepool College, confirmed as part of the apprenticeship induction.

Training will typically be one day per week or in blocks every 6–8 weeks, depending on the provider’s schedule and curriculum.

All travel to off-site training will be supported and scheduled to avoid learning or operational duties disruption.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 5)
Maths (grade 5)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Engineering (grade 5)

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
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Initiative
Flexibility

Other requirements

You’ll spend time working in the workshop as well as on site across the UK, supporting a mobile team. The role involves outdoor work in all weather, manual handling, and using specialist high-pressure equipment. Early starts, occasional overnight stays, and travel are part of the job, with all necessary training, PPE, and support provided.

About this company

Jack Coupe & Sons Ltd is a well-established, family-run business specialising in road marking, hydroblasting, line removal, and the manufacture of line marking materials. Based in the North of England, we serve clients across the UK, delivering high-quality, safety-critical services to local authorities, contractors, and private sector clients. With over 40 years of industry experience, we pride ourselves on our professionalism, innovation, and commitment to excellence. We invest in our people, equipment, and training to ensure we remain at the forefront of road surface technology. As a forward-thinking employer, we offer exciting opportunities for apprentices to gain real-world experience, develop specialist skills, and build long-term careers in a supportive and dynamic environment.

https://www.jackcoupeandsonsltd.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Overtime pay and job bonuses HGV licence training included Pension scheme enrolment Travel and overnight allowances Ongoing training, mentoring, and clear career progression routes

After this apprenticeship

Senior Technician or Workshop Supervisor roles
Field Service Engineer, specialising in hydroblasting or line marking systems
HGV Operator, if you've completed your licence during the apprenticeship
Further training in diagnostics, hydraulics, or electrical systems
Opportunities to move into fleet management or engineering support roles
We actively support long-term career development and will help you grow within the business.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

JACK COUPE & SONS LTD

Stuart Davison

stuart@coupegroup.co.uk

01388774040

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000322955.

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