Level 3 · AdvancedEngineering and manufacturing
Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprentice
WILLIAMS AUTOTECH LIMITED · Kingswood Bristol, BS158DZ
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
This apprenticeship will train you as a Mechanic, and/or a Vehicle Service Technician, repairs and maintains vehicles. Your top duties will include diagnosing vehicle faults, repairing or replacing faulty parts and carrying out periodic maintenance.
The work
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnostics: Use computerised diagnostic equipment and manual inspections to identify faults in engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems
- Maintenance & Repair: Perform routine services (oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks) and repair or replace worn parts like brake pads, clutches, and suspension components
- Testing & Compliance: Conduct test drives and safety checks (such as MOT preparations) to confirm roadworthiness
- Customer Service: Explain technical issues and repair options clearly to customers and provide cost estimates
- Record Keeping: Log completed work, parts used, and diagnostic codes
Training
Training and Qualification Level
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Motor Vehicle and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Level 3
- Servicing and repairing light vehicles.
- City of Bristol College (Parkway)
- Block Release
Training provider: CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE
What you come out with
Full-time employment.
What they are looking for
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Physical fitness
- An interest in Mechanics
- driving licence and vehicle
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE Maths and English 3/4+
Pay extras and benefits
- Pension Scheme
- Paid holiday
£16,640 a year
The employer
No weekend working
Small and friendly team
Workplace
- Unit 1 2 the Works, Blackhorse Road, Kingswood Bristol, BS158DZ