How to become
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
College
You could take a college course before applying for work as a trainee with a garage or breakdown company.
Relevant courses include:
- light vehicle maintenance and repair
- T Level in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing
You could specialise in hybrid and electrical vehicles by doing a course like:
- auto-electrical and mobile electrical operations
- electric/hybrid vehicle system repair and replacement
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T Level
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Apprenticeship
You can apply to do a Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician - Light Vehicle Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.
This can take 2 to 3 years. You'll do on-the-job training and spend time at a college or training provider.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You can apply directly to become a roadside assistance technician. You'll need experience and qualifications in motor vehicle maintenance and repair to do this.
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Career tips
You'll usually be supplied with a company vehicle to use for work, though you may need some of your own repair tools.
Further information
You'll find more advice about how to become a roadside assistance technician from Autocity.