Level 3Advanced · A-Level equivalent
Lift truck and powered access engineering technician
Service, repair and maintain lift trucks and powered access vehicles.
Typical duration
3 years
Training funded
Fully funded
Route
Engineering and manufacturing
Standard ref
ST0387
Role overview
A lift truck and powered access engineering technician maintains, services, and repairs forklift trucks and powered access platforms such as cherry pickers and scissor lifts in a workshop or on-site environment. At level 3, apprentices develop both mechanical and electrical engineering competencies alongside knowledge of LOLER and PUWER requirements. The role leads to senior technician, field service manager, or inspector positions.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
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