An Electric Vehicle Technician inspects, maintains and repairs electric vehicles to ensure safety
As we learn more about the impact of vehicle emissions on the environment, more people are choosing to buy electric cars. Businesses are also starting to make the transition, by making sure their fleets of vans are either hybrid or pure electric. In the UK, from 2030, no new petrol or diesel cars can be sold.
With many more electric vehicles coming onto the roads, electric vehicle technicians are in demand. They work on the inspection, maintenance and repair of electric vehicles to ensure they are safe to drive. You could be the technician who specialises in electric vehicles, helping more people to understand them and minimising the impact of vehicles on our environment.
You could start your career in an independent garage or a manufacturer’s dealership, and as you develop your technical skills progress towards leading a team.
You might decide to set up your own garage or work for a manufacturer where you can get closer to where new electric vehicles are made.
There’s no perfect career path or ideal way into your dream job.
But if you’re interested in education and training options that could be relevant to this role, you might want to consider:
Options available after GCSEs:
Schools and colleges each have their own career guidance plan and can provide detailed information, advice, and guidance on options and next steps.
The range of electric vehicles is expanding as new battery technology develops and automotive brands create new models of electric vans and cars. You could work at the forefront of these exciting developments, getting involved in the maintenance of vehicles in a garage or at a car dealership for a specific brand.
