Apprentice Service Technician

Cornthwaite Group; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural dealership in Carlisle is offering an apprenticeship for an Agricultural Service Technician. You will learn to maintain and repair agricultural machinery while gaining hands-on experience alongside experienced technicians. Ideal candidates should have an interest in mechanical work and possess GCSEs in English and Maths. The position offers competitive pay and training opportunities in a friendly environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday per year

Discounts in shops

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in agricultural machinery and engineering.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced team members.
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards it) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the servicing, maintenance, and repair of agricultural machinery and equipment.
• Learn how to use diagnostic tools and follow technical manuals.
• Support with workshop organisation and the safe use of tools and equipment.

Skills

Interest in agricultural machinery

Hands-on problem solving

Good communication skills

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above preferred)

Job description

Overview

As an Apprentice Agricultural Service Technician, you’ll learn how to maintain, service, and repair a wide range of agricultural machinery, working alongside our experienced team of technicians. You’ll spend time both in our workshop and on-site, as well as attending block release training at our approved training provider.

If you like fixing things, love tractors, and are ready to learn, this fantastic opportunity awaits you!

Salary and terms

Salary: £13,741 - £22,223 per annum (dependent on age)

Job Type & Hours: Apprenticeship/ Full-time/ Permanent/ Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 4.30pm.

Location: Carlisle Depot (CA1 2UR)

Main Responsibilities

• Assist with the servicing, maintenance, and repair of agricultural machinery and equipment
• Learn how to use diagnostic tools and follow technical manuals
• Work alongside qualified technicians to develop hands-on skills and product knowledge
• Support with workshop organisation and the safe use of tools and equipment
• Attend college training sessions to complete your Level 2 qualification
• Follow all health & safety guidelines and maintain a tidy, safe working environment
• Carry out basic administrative tasks relating to service jobs

As part of the Level 2 qualification in Land-Based Service Engineering you will learn about, and get hands-on experience with, different John Deere machinery, inspections and diagnostics, intake and exhaust systems, cooling systems, electrical and hydraulic systems, and much more.

The apprenticeship course is delivered by ProVQ and involves several two week residential blocks of attendance at their site in Saxondale per year.

What We Are Looking For

• A genuine interest in agricultural machinery and engineering
• Practical and hands-on approach to problem solving
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced team members
• Good communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to work both in a team and independently
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above preferred)
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards it) is desirable

Why Join Cornthwaite Group?

• 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Discounts in our shops
• Ongoing training and development opportunities (including progression to the level 3 qualification)
• A supportive and friendly environment

Cornthwaite Group are a leading supplier of global agricultural and horticultural brands and are one of the largest John Deere dealerships in the UK. We support our customers with quality products, outstanding aftersales and leading technology solutions.

We believe in equality of opportunity, positive and respectful work environments, and recognise that our people are key to our continued success.

For more information on the company and our vacancies, please visit our website www.cornthwaitegroup.com