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Apprenticeship

Construction equipment maintenance mechanic

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

In a nutshell

Service, maintain and repair the wide range of construction-based equipment used within the construction and allied industries.

What you'd do

Carry out routine service checks - oils, filters, fluids, and tyres
Change engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and fuel filters as per schedule
Inspect plant for visible damage, leaks, or worn components
Assist senior technicians with more complex repairs and overhauls
Clean and wash equipment after servicing to standard
Complete service sheets and report defects to the workshop supervisor

What you'd learn

How diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical circuits work together
Planned maintenance schedules and how to follow them accurately
Safe working practices around heavy plant and rotating machinery
Use of basic hand tools, measuring equipment, and workshop tools
Fluid handling, oil and filter changes, and coolant system maintenance
Fault reporting and completing maintenance records accurately
Ready to look for a place?
See live Construction equipment maintenance mechanic apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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