Service Apprentice

Job Title:  Service Apprentice

Hours of Work - Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm with a 1 hour lunch break (40 hours per week)

Location: Welshpool, SY21 7DF

What we offer:

• Up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays) depending on length of service.
• 2 x basic salary death in service payment, payable to your nominated recipient
• Health care cash plan that covers some costs towards dental treatment, NHS prescriptions, Annual health checks etc
• Benefits platform giving discounts on major supermarket shops, high street vendors, holidays and gym memberships.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and Career Opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a friend bonus £500 per person – terms apply
• Boot Allowance
• Long Service Award 10, 20 and 30 years

• Life Event Day – Getting Married, moving house or graduating

  Part of the Dunstall Holdings Groups, Rea Valley Tractors (RVT) was established over 40 years ago and is a leading regional agricultural machinery dealer. We supply an extensive range of agricultural machinery throughout Shropshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, mid and North Wales, Cheshire and Lancashire and also sell high-quality used equipment across the UK and abroad. We have seven depots in Shrewsbury, Cubley, Welshpool, Middlewich, Ormskirk, Denbigh and Knighton

  Apprenticeship Program Overview

  Our Apprenticeship Program is designed to provide a comprehensive blend of academic learning and hands-on experience, ensuring apprentices develop the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career.  The Service Apprentice learns the Service Technician's role.  Works with a mentor or unaccompanied on basic repairs of agricultural equipment under the direction of the Service Manager.  

  Program Structure

  Duration: 3 years

  College Learning: Apprentices will attend college in weekly blocks throughout the apprenticeship, gaining theoretical knowledge and industry-specific qualifications.

  On-the-Job Training: Between college blocks, apprentices will work at the depot, applying their learning in real-world scenarios under the guidance of experienced professionals.

  This structured approach allows apprentices to develop both technical expertise and practical experience, preparing them for a long-term career in the industry.

  Essential Duties

• Performs basic service tasks and develops skills in removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components.
• Assists Technicians as needed.
• Reports weekly to a mentor or Service Manager regarding ongoing activities and progression.
• Learns to maintain the condition of inventory, tools and equipment.
• Learns to maintain a clean work area and performs work in a professional, neat and orderly fashion.
• Learns to complete reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments.

• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments. 

  Your requirements

• Motivated to learn with a positive attitude
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to use basic standard computer applications