Bus & Coach Technician Apprentice - Dartford

About the role

As an Apprentice Bus Technician, you will be trained to inspect, diagnose, repair and test equipment and systems on buses from different manufacturers. The work ranges from performing simple tasks, like replacing a part, to solving complex faults often using diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and record defects to the applicable standard
• Diagnose principles based on logical, analytical interpretation leading to solving problems
• Develop skills and experience across a range of vehicles
• Carry out high quality road worthiness inspections specific to their trade
• Understand and adhere to current Health and Safety requirements and workshop practices
• Gain an understanding of the business from an operational perspective and how their role contributes to the success of the organization
• Deliver a safe, clean, reliable service to customers
• Attend and assess roadside incidents as required

Requirements

This is a programme designed for people at every stage in life. It could be your first venture into work after finishing school, or the exciting career move you’ve been looking for. Whatever your motivation, we’re looking for those with an inquisitive mindset who love solving problems and don’t mind getting their hands dirty. You will need to have GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade C / Level 3 as a minimum.

Qualifications

You will need to have GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade C / Level 3 as a minimum.

Skills

The role requires an inquisitive mindset, problem-solving abilities, and the willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Benefits

As an apprentice with Arriva, you will earn:

• Under 18s: £8 per hour
• 18 to 20: £10.85 per hour
• 21 and above: £12.71 per hour

Pay

In your first year, you will earn under 18s £8, 18 to 20 £10.85, and 21 and above £12.71. Your earnings will increase year-on-year in line with the National Minimum Wage and progress through your course.

Schedule

Based at our Dartford depot, you will work alongside an experienced team who will support and mentor you along the way.