Become an Apprentice

Do you have a passion for mechanics or engineering? Are you interested in servicing and maintaining a range of materials handling trucks? Do you want to work as part of a team to provide high quality service to customers?

Our Apprenticeship programme might just be the one for you!

Why become an apprentice?

Learn while you earn

Earn a fair wage whist undergoing training and developing new skills. It is an alternative to University and you won’t have student loans to pay off at the end of the apprenticeship.

How much will it cost you?

The cost for an apprenticeship at Rushlift is free for you; all you need to pay for is your transport to and from work. All we ask for in return is that you have drive and enthusiasm to do well and work hard to learn the job.

The start to your professional career

You may not know what you want to do in your career and don’t have any plans for the future, an apprenticeship at Rushlift can give you a foot in the door to a multi-billion £ company, with great opportunities to progress in the direction you decide to take.

Satisfaction and Success

Not only will you gain a sense of achievement throughout the apprenticeship programme but you will also learn and develop relevant skills in real world experiences and become an essential part of the team. You won’t have the problem people face at University with trying to find a job at the end of it, as when you pass the apprenticeship you will be automatically be offered a job.

How Long Is The Apprenticeship?

2-3 years (approximately)

(2 years for completion of the Intermediate
Apprenticeship followed by a further 1 years for
the Advanced Apprenticeship)

What Qualifications Do I Need?

• Must have GCSE grade 4 – 9 (A - C) in Maths
• Must have GCSE grade 4 – 9 (A - C) in English
• Must have GCSE grade 4 – 9 (A - C) in one other subject

Are There Any Incentives?

You will receive the following -
• Laptop
• Uniform
• Tools
• First class training environment
• A dedicated mentor
• Travel, hotels and food costs whilst attending college

Do I Have A Guaranteed Job After?

Yes you will be guaranteed a job afterward, as long as you qualify.

What Will I Learn?

• Electrical fault find on a wide range of material handling equipment
• Diagnostics and repairs to both diesel and gas engines
• Servicing a wide and varied range of equipment
• Diagnostics and repairs of hydraulic systems
• Stock control
• Diagnostics and repairs of transmission systems

What Qualifications Will I Earn?

Intermediate Apprenticeship (Year 1 & 2)
• IMIAL Level 2 Diploma in Lift Truck Maintenance & Repair (Competence)
• IMIAL Level 2 Diploma in Lift Truck Maintenance & Repair Principles (Knowledge – required to attend College for 10 weeks each year over a block programme)
• Functional Skill in Maths Level 1
• Functional Skill in English Level 1
• Functional Skill in ICT Level 1
• Award In Knowledge of Employee Rights and Responsibilities for the Automotive Sector

Advanced Apprenticeship (Year 3)
• IMIAL Level 3 Diploma in Lift Truck Maintenance & Repair (Competence)
• IMIAL Level 3 Diploma in Lift Truck Maintenance & Repair Principles (Knowledge – required to attend College for up to 12 weeks over a block programme)
• Functional Skill in Maths Level 2
• Functional Skill in English Level 2
• Functional Skill in ICT Level 2
• Award In Knowledge of Employee Rights and Responsibilities for the Automotive Sector

Qualifications are nationally recognised and awarded by IMI (Institute of Motor Industry).

What Hours Will I Be Working?

Monday – Friday 8.00am – 4.30pm
You will be required to be as flexible as possible to meet the needs of the business.

Join to become an apprentice

call us on 0800 731 5035

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