Apprentice Technician

CMV Trucks; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Onsite training institute access

Nationally recognised accreditation

CMV Foundation involvement

Company events and volunteering days

Job summary

CMV Truck & Bus Clayton offers a rigorous four-year apprenticeship program to become a Heavy Vehicle Diesel Technician. Trainees will diagnose, repair and maintain trucks and buses, working with diesel engines, electrical systems and brakes in a modern CMV workshop.

Participants gain hands-on experience using advanced diagnostic tools and complete a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology, supported by experienced trainers.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in mechanical trades and automotive activities.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and hands-on aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Learn to diagnose, overhaul, repair, inspect and test trucks and buses.
• Work with diesel engines, electrical systems and brakes in a modern workshop.
• Participate in a 4-year Certificate III Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology program.
• Engage with CMV Truck & Bus trainers and use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Positive attitude

Automotive activity showcase

Education

Completed year 11

Job description

CMV Truck & Bus is more than just a job, we are preparing you for a long-term career within the automotive industry. If you love working on large powerful engines, enjoy problem solving and like the idea of working with advanced machinery and computers, then this is the perfect career for you.

At CMV Truck & Bus Clayton you’ll learn how to diagnose, overhaul, repair, inspect and test a wide range of trucks and buses. As well as working with a range of diesel engines, you will gain experience in electrical systems and brakes. You will be exposed to CMV Truck & Bus modern workshop equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools.

CMV Truck & Bus Offers an intensive 4 year apprentice training program, providing theory and on-the-job components as part of their Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology.

You will learn the knowledge, skills and applications required to begin a career as a Heavy Vehicle Diesel technician working on Mack Trucks, UD Trucks, Volvo Truck and Volvo Buses onsite.

CMV Truck & Bus Training Institute

Our state-of-the-art training institute is located at one of the most modern truck dealerships in the Southern Hemisphere. Sitting alongside our CMV Truck & Bus Derrimut Dealership, apprentices have full access to onsite parking, lockers, laundered uniforms, café and gym facilities.

The purpose-built training institute delivers on-the-job elements as part of apprenticeship training, the training institute is equipped with the same tools the dealership uses, helping the apprentice to understand the safe and proper use of the tools they will be utilizing daily. Our in-house technical trainers support apprentices in gaining a TAFE qualification through hands-on experience.

What's in it for YOU

• Above award hourly rates $$$
• Fully laundered overalls, toolbox and safety equipment
• Nationally recognized accreditation upon completion
• CMV Truck & Bus Training Institute with one-on-one support with our highly experienced trainers
• Join the Volvo Group Australia network
• State of the art equipment and technology
• Focuson your wellbeing with CMVCare
• Discounted Corporate Income and Health Insurance through multiple partners to suit your individual lifestyle.
• Opportunities to support community partnerships with our Group CMV Foundation
• Enjoy annual company events, Christmas hampers and other employee engagement activities including paid volunteering days.

To be considered for this outstanding opportunity, you must have:

• Successfully completed year 11
• A valid driver’s license
• Strong attention to detail
• Good mechanical aptitude
• A friendly, positive, and can-do attitude
• Your cover letter and resume should showcase any automotive-related activities, hobbies, or work experience you have undertaken

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About CMV Truck & Bus Clayton

CMV Truck & Bus Clayton is part of the CMV Group, a family-owned organisation with over 90 years of success. As the Victorian dealer for Volvo Group Australia (Mack, Volvo and UD Trucks), we employ over 500 people locally and more than 2,000 nationally. We sell, service, and support trucks and buses through our authorised dealer network and continue to grow strongly. Our success is driven by our core values: Safety First, Can Do, Ask the Question, Do the Right Thing, and Mutual Respect—values that guide how we support our people, customers, and communities.

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