Mobile Vehicle Technician

RAC; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Colleague Share Scheme

Orange Savings discount portal

Paid family leave

Job summary

RAC is recruiting a Mobile Vehicle Technician for its SMR division. The role delivers planned, structured repairs and servicing directly to members, from driveways to workplace car parks. Work is pre-booked with a digital schedule and no emergency callouts.

You’ll operate in a 40-hour week across local areas, with overtime options and a base salary around £40k, rising to £52k with bonuses and premium-rate overtime. Benefits include pension, share schemes, and more.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) and 2+ years' experience.
• 5+ years' experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and diagnostics.
• Perform in-depth repairs you’d normally complete in a workshop.
• Provide member advice and recommendations after inspection.
• Complete vehicle safety checks aligned to RAC standards.

Skills

5+ years Vehicle Technician experience

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Join the RAC as a Mobile Vehicle Technician in our SMR Division - a new era of mobile repair.

A competitive base salary of £40,178, with on-target earnings of up to £52,000

A guaranteed overtime option to increase your base salary, plus additional overtime and bonus opportunities

40 hours per week, with core hours from8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and 1 in 4 Saturdays.

A Different Kind of RAC Role: Welcome to SMR

The RAC is known for roadside rescue - but this isn’t that.

Our Service, Maintenance & Repair (SMR) division is a newer, fast-growing part of the RAC, built to deliver planned, structured repair and servicing directly to members - from their driveway to their workplace car park.

There are no emergency callouts, no unpredictable shift patterns and no roadside recoveries. Instead, you’ll work through a scheduled list of jobs, with the time, tools and support you need to do quality work.

Where you’ll work

You’ll be part of the Milton Keynes cluster, covering areas like Milton Keynes, Bletchley, Newport Pagnell, Olney, Bedford, Ampthill, Sandy. You’ll be out on the road in your local area, working through a clearly planned schedule of appointments - no reactive callouts, just organised, pre‑booked work where you can focus on doing the job properly.

What to expect

Your day starts with a clear digital schedule. Each job is pre‑booked, with the member expecting you. You’ll carry out:

• Routine servicing
• Diagnostics using advanced mobile equipment
• In‑depth repairs you’d normally complete in a workshop
• Member advice and recommendations based on your inspection
• Vehicle safety checks aligned to RAC standards

And because SMR is structured, you’re not reacting to breakdowns - you’re delivering planned work that you can prepare for.

From day one, you’ll have everything you need: a fully equipped RAC van, fuel card, uniform, full tool set and advanced diagnostics. You’ll use your technical skill and problem‑solving ability to get people moving again; safely, quickly and confidently.

Why SMR is different (and why techs love it)

• Planned appointments instead of emergency responses
• Consistent workflow instead of unpredictable demands
• In‑depth repairs, not roadside temporary fixes
• Time to do the job properly, with support and parts ordering built in
• Clear schedules using RAC’s mobile service platform

It’s the ideal role for techs who want variety and independence without the reactive nature of Patrol.

What you’ll need

• NVQ Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) with 2+ years’ experience
• 5+ years’ experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points

As a Mobile Mechanic at the RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra mile:

Earnings That Motivate

Enjoy a market-competitive base salary of £40,170, with the opportunity to increase your earnings up to £52,000 through bonuses and premium-rate overtime. A full-time 40-hour week, with Monday–Saturday availability (8am–8pm), offers flexibility and stability

Opt‑in Guaranteed Overtime

After your first month, you can choose to work extra rest days at £30 per hour. Just one extra day a month could earn you £3,000 more per year on top of your base salary. Two extra days could give you an extra £5,000. It's your choice - more flexibility, more reward.

Tools to Drive Your Future

Get started with a free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months, delivering serious tax savings.

Time Off That Matters

Enjoy 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service), plus bank holidays. We also support work-life balance with paid family leave, flexible schedules, and practical resources to help navigate personal commitments.

Financial Security & Perks

Pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions alongside life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits), designed to support you long-term.

Wellbeing That Works for You

Our 24/7 confidential support service is available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it.

Extras That Make a Difference

• Access Orange Savings, our exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more.
• After passing probation, you’ll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in our collective success.

We’re the RAC

At the RAC, we don’t stand still. With over 125 years of history and 12.5 million members, we’re on a mission to become the UK’s number one motoring services provider.

Our culture reflects that ambition – backed by a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating, our people know we’re serious about career growth, recognition, and support.

We celebrate individuality and champion every voice. As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life – it’s what sets us apart and drives us forward.