At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and repair forklifts while gaining hands-on experience with hydraulics and electric systems.
- Company: Join Crown Lift Trucks, a leader in innovative forklift design and manufacturing.
- Benefits: Receive training, earn while you learn, and enjoy a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic workplace with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career with practical skills and real-world experience.
- Qualifications: Aptitude for practical science and strong customer care skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 18500 - 25000 £ per year.
As a workshop engineer you will service and repair forklifts. You will be trained in all aspects of service engineering within the industry including getting hands-on with hydraulics, LPG and electric systems - putting your skills to the test daily to find the problem and fix it.
Learn how to install, repair and carry out planned maintenance of customer forklift trucks to Crown specifications. Undertake an appropriate engineering apprenticeship, completing set modules on time and attending college as necessary.
Work shadow a colleague, and develop an understanding of workshop procedures through on job training. Attend manufacturers training and other training courses as appropriate.
Learn Crown administrative procedures, and how to complete worksheets, timesheets etc. Assist in keeping customer trucks secure and clean whilst in the workshop. Ensure security and correct use and issue of all tools and spares issued.
Understand and adhere to all Crown Company, legislative and Health and Safety procedures. Under close supervision, ensures all work undertaken meets industry and Crown work standards.
To build and maintain good relationships with customers, colleagues and managers. Undertakes other duties which Crown may from time to time reasonably request.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities:
- Customer care skills
- Aptitude for practical science
Apprentice Workshop Engineer - Costco Crick, Northampton employer: Stephensoncoll
Crown Lift Trucks Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and teamwork, making it an ideal place for aspiring workshop engineers. Located in Crick, Northampton, the company offers a comprehensive apprenticeship programme that combines hands-on training with formal education, ensuring you gain valuable skills in servicing and repairing forklifts. With a strong commitment to quality and safety, Crown fosters a supportive work culture where employees can thrive and build lasting relationships with colleagues and customers alike.
