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Free Level 3 Lift Truck and Powered Access Engineering Technician Course in Swindon

CostFREE
Duration36 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDay or block release
Awarding bodyETCAL
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About this course

Free Level 3 Lift Truck and Powered Access Engineering Technician End Point Assessment Course in Swindon. Classes run at F-TEC Swindon, combining online study with day or block release attendance. This apprenticeship covers the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of lift trucks and powered access equipment. You'll need English and maths at GCSE grade 4 or C to enrol. The course runs over 36 months. Completing the lift truck and powered access engineering technician end point assessment qualification confirms you've met the full standard required of a qualified technician.

Who this course is for

This apprenticeship is for anyone looking to work on lift truck and powered access equipment.

Entry requirements

English and maths Grade 4 or C

What you will learn

  • You'll diagnose faults on lift truck and powered access equipment using technical methods.
  • You'll carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a range of equipment types.
  • You'll repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on lift trucks and powered access machinery.
  • You'll work safely in line with relevant health and safety requirements.
  • You'll read and interpret technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and service manuals.
  • You'll communicate findings and recommendations to colleagues and customers.
  • You'll demonstrate professional standards and conduct expected of an engineering technician.

How you will learn

Learning combines online study with day or block release sessions at F-TEC Swindon. Throughout the apprenticeship you'll build a portfolio of evidence from your workplace. The end point assessment includes a knowledge test, a practical observation, and a professional discussion. These are conducted by an independent assessor and confirm you've met the full apprenticeship standard.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. F-TEC Swindon will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Lift truck engineer: service and repair forklift trucks for hire fleets or end users.
  • Powered access technician: maintain cherry pickers, scissor lifts, and boom platforms.
  • Field service engineer: attend customer sites to diagnose and fix equipment.
  • Workshop technician: carry out bench repairs and pre-delivery inspections.
  • Warranty engineer: assess and process warranty claims for equipment manufacturers.
  • Plant and machinery engineer: broader role covering a range of industrial equipment.

What you could study next

After completing this apprenticeship, you could progress to a Level 4 Engineering Higher Apprenticeship or a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering to move into supervisory or technical specialist roles. Manufacturer-specific training programmes offered by lift truck and powered access brands can also deepen your expertise in particular equipment ranges.

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