Apprentice service technician Review

by Stellantis

Rating

8.2/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am an apprentice service technician, and as such I carry out vehicle pre-delivery inspections and services. I also carry out level 2 repairs as and when required.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I am currently developing existing skills, however next year I shall be completing diagnostic work and will hopefully be learning new skills

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I work with a great team and I am enjoying the garage culture. The company I work for is also a main dealer with a professional attitude which helps.

9/10

4. How valued do you feel by Stellantis?

I feel very valued by PSA, as they are putting me through an apprenticeship at such a late stage (I am now 26 yr old), however I am hoping to be allowed to do more technical jobs soon.

8/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The external training for this apprenticeship is second to none and we are looked after well while we are at Coventry.

9/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

I have an external training manager visit me evry 2-3 months and make sure that I am getting the best from my apprenticeship.

9/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I have a good support structure from my colleagues within the garage environment. My managers trust that I am recieving the support required and I feel able to talk to them if I have any problems, however it may sometimes take a couple of visits to see results.

7/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

As I am 26 yrs old with my own house I am on a slightly lower wage than I would like, however I understand this a temporary situation until I am qualified.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

We dont have any company activities outside of work that I am aware of, however the garage is situated close to many amenities and is close enough to where I live.

9/10

9. Would you recommend Stellantis to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are one of the largest companies within the motor trade and have a very good apprenticeship scheme.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Stellantis?

I would advice that they have an interest in thenmotor trade and preferably experience working on vehicles before applying.