Apprentice Agricultural Service Technician

Level: 3


Employer: B&B Tractors


Location: Unit 2

With agriculture and farming a vital part of all our futures, you have the opportunity to become a skilled technician working on the very latest equipment full of technology. You will develop skills in a wide range of technical areas that aren't covered in many other industries.

Duration: 4 Years

Expected start date: 17/08/2026

Hours per week: 39 hours

Wage: (Annually)

Job role includes

  • Performing basic service tasks & developing skills in the removal, repair and reconditioning of components on engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems
  • Progressing to perform more complex diagnosis, service & repair tasks, both at the dealership and out in the field
  • Assisting qualified Technicians as needed
  • Reporting to a mentor or Service Manager regarding ongoing activities and progression
  • Maintaining the condition of inventory, tools and equipment
  • Preserving a clean work area and performing tasks in a professional manner
  • Completing Service Training programmes required for the development of skills and knowledge
  • Following all safety rules and regulations
  • You will learn to use the very latest AGCO equipment, working at the cutting edge of technology to gain the important skills required in a fast developing, high-tech industry

About employer

B&B Tractors is a successful family owned business established in 1991 and now employing over 90 people across 5 depots. We are one of the East Midlands leading AGCO dealers, supporting Massey Ferguson, Fendt and Valtra, along with many other fantastic brands.

  • weighting: Essential
  • qualificationType: GCSE
  • subject: English
  • grade: C/4 or higher

The AGCO Land Based Engineering apprenticeship programme will combine paid employment at B&B Tractors, and regular block release training at Moreton Morrell College.

You will first complete a Level 2 qualification over 18-24 months depending on ability, followed by a Level 3 qualification over 14-24 months depending on ability.  After successfully completing programmes and passing the End Point Assessment this will lead to a Level 3 Advanced Land-based Engineering qualification, and full-time employment with B&B Tractors.

You will work at B&B Tractors in Tideswell, Derbyshire. As part of the AGCO Academy Apprenticeship, you will attend the Moreton Morrell college in Warwickshire and also spend time at the ACGO Training Centre near Coventry.

You are supported by the designated college assessor and the B&B Tractors service teams.

You will gain valuable workplace skills by undertaking practical tasks and experiencing real-life challenges.

You will be provided with an individually tailored learning plan monitored by your assessor who will make regular visits for on-the-job assessment and guidance.

    • As a fully qualified Agricultural Service Technician, you will have access to further development opportunities within the company, extending your skills with additional training in areas such as guidance technology, advanced electrical diagnosis, machinery installation and testing, as well as going on to achieve LTA levels 3 and 4 as a Master Technician qualification.
  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Technically minded
  • Have a practical ability

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Duration: 18 months

Expected start date: 28/3/2022

Hours per week: 37.5 hours

Wage: 146.25 (weekly)

Job role includes

  • Explore what an apprenticeship is and how they work.
  • Understand what it means to be an apprentice.
  • Discover different apprenticeship types, get application hints and tips, and apply for vacancies.

About employer

Employer description

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good problem-solving skills