Apprentice Vehicle Body Technician — Level 3 Path

Arriva UK Bus Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 11,020 - 17,908; Full time

Job summary

Arriva UK Bus Ltd. is offering an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Technician programme at the Darlington depot, with a 4-year training path to Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Level 3 qualification. Training blocks run 7 weeks at a partner workshop in Glasgow.

The role focuses on assessing damage, repairing panels, and learning through hands-on practice alongside mentors. Starting pay is £8.00 per hour if under 18, rising with age and progression.

Qualifications

• Must be inquisitive and enjoy solving problems.
• Willingness to learn hands-on body repair skills.
• Safety-minded with attitude to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicle damage and decide if repairable.
• Remove and repair damaged panels to keep buses on the road.
• Work with an experienced team and be mentored during the programme.

Skills

Problem solving

Hands-on learning

Education

Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Level 3 qualification

Tools

Body Panel Repair tools

Job description

Arriva UK Bus Ltd. is offering an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Technician programme at the Darlington depot, with a 4-year training path to Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Level 3 qualification. Training blocks run 7 weeks at a partner workshop in Glasgow.

The role focuses on assessing damage, repairing panels, and learning through hands-on practice alongside mentors. Starting pay is £8.00 per hour if under 18, rising with age and progression.