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Apprenticeship

Autocare technician

Level
2
Intermediate Β· like GCSEs
Length
2.5 yrs
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Carrying out a range of services and repairs to cars, car derived vans and light goods vehicles.

What you'd do

Carry out scheduled service operations including oil and filter changes
Fit, balance, and align tyres to manufacturer specifications
Inspect and replace brake pads, discs, and drums as required
Replace exhausts, batteries, and wiper blades for customers
Carry out vehicle health checks and report findings clearly
Explain recommended work to customers in plain, honest terms
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment

What you'd learn

Vehicle service and maintenance procedures for common car systems
Tyre fitting, balancing, wheel alignment, and tyre safety checks
Brake system inspection, servicing, and component replacement
Engine oil and filter changes and fluid top-up procedures
Battery testing, replacement, and basic electrical checks
Health and safety in a vehicle workshop environment
Customer communication and service reception skills
Ready to look for a place?
See live Autocare technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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A Careermash concept Β· apprenticeship standard from our careers engine Β· vacancies via gov.uk.

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