Description

This apprenticeship will be a 3 year in-service training experience. This will be towards a qualification known as Tractor or Earthmoving Mechanic. The first 6 months is probation time period. This period is use for the company and the employee to make sure it is a long term relationship. Any party may withdraw in this period without any consequences. Thereafter the apprentice will be bind by an AFGRI contract and start his actual training. This training includes: The apprentice will be going to a Practical Training Institute in the different phases needed (If needed). At the same time the apprentice will be written-in for N subjects needed at a College and will study as distance learning (If needed and if available). It is expected to attend classes on Saturdays also. The distance learning might continue as needed while at workplace. The apprentice will undergo Product Training at the John Deere Training Facility in Boksburg and other suppliers as well as Internal training hosted by our own Specialists.

Responsibilities

•  Trained to be a Mechanic / Technician.
•  Repair and maintenance of related equipment.
•  Responsible for stock control.
•  Customer service.
•  General work in the workplace.

Requirements

•  Valid Driver’s license.
•  Communication Skills.
•  Admin Skills.
•  Computer literacy.
•  N2 subjects: Mathematics, Engineering Science, Diesel Trade Theory.
•  and anyone of the following: Industrial Electronics, Engineering / Technical Drawing, Motor Trade Theory.
•  Should the applicant not have the N2 qualification, the Matric Certificate will also be taken into consideration if the applicant passed subjects such as: Mathematics (Not Literacy), Technical Mathematics (Not Literacy), Physical Science, Technical Science, Engineering Graphics and Design.