Apprentice Program: UD Trucks

Apprentice – Level 1 (Year 1)

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Company: UD Trucks Pretoria East (Motus Corporation)
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Employment Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 11 February 2026

Position Overview

UD Trucks Pretoria East currently has an opportunity for a Level 1 Apprentice (Year 1). Reporting to the Service Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the repair and servicing of trucks and buses in line with dealer and distributor standards, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently, and productively.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform fault-finding and diagnostic assessments to support efficient vehicle servicing.

• Use diagnostic equipment effectively during vehicle inspections.

• Adhere to DCSA procedures and policies, ensuring all documentation and printouts are retained.

• Diagnose vehicle faults accurately to ensure customer satisfaction.

• Liaise with Service Advisors and provide clear technical explanations when required.

• Maintain high standards of vehicle care, safety, and cleanliness.

• Minimise repeat repairs (“comebacks”) through accurate diagnosis and quality workmanship.

• Attend to breakdown calls as required.

• Ensure vehicles are returned to customers in a clean and presentable condition.

• Collect and sign for parts from the Parts Department and ensure correct usage on relevant vehicles.

• Return unused parts to the Parts Department.

• Apply cost-effective and accurate repair solutions to identified faults or customer complaints.

• Complete all job cards, service documentation, and reports accurately and timeously.

• Participate in training programmes provided by Daimler and Cargo Motors.

• Assist with promotional campaigns and other reasonable duties as required.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment at all times.

Specific Role Responsibilities

• Provide technical and diagnostic support within the service department.

• Utilise modern diagnostic equipment effectively and interpret findings accurately.

• Discuss service and repair details with customers when required.

• Perform servicing and repairs on electrical equipment as needed.

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and function effectively within a team.

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science.

• N2 qualification including Engineering Science, Technical Drawing, Mathematics, and Diesel Trade Theory.

Please note: Applicants who do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

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