Mobile Vehicle Technician

Rac Motoring Services; Northampton; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider is looking for a Mobile Vehicle Technician in Northampton. This full-time position offers a competitive base salary of £38,625 with potential earnings up to £50,000, including bonuses and overtime. The technician will provide vehicle maintenance and diagnostics directly to customers, ensuring excellent service and managing stocks efficiently. Benefits include guaranteed overtime, holiday allowance growing with service, and a pension scheme, among others.

Benefits

Market-competitive salary

Free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service

Pension scheme with matched contributions

24/7 confidential support service

Exclusive discount portal

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience as a vehicle technician with light vehicles.
• Full UK driving license with fewer than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Provide vehicle maintenance and diagnostics on the road.
• Manage stock and conduct reporting.
• Deliver excellent customer service and make technical decisions.

Skills

Hands-on vehicle maintenance

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification

Job description

Mobile Vehicle Technician – Northampton

RAC – Full‑time, 40‑hour week (Mon‑Sat, 8:00‑4:30). Base salary £38,625, potential earnings up to £50,000 with bonuses and overtime. Guaranteed overtime option to increase base to £44,385 plus additional overtime and bonus opportunities. 1 in 4 Saturdays.

Job Summary

As a Mobile Mechanic in the Service, Maintenance and Repair division, you will bring expert vehicle maintenance and diagnostic skills directly to our customers, delivering first‑class service from driveways to office car parks. You will receive an RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools and a diagnostic kit from day one, promoting independence and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, repairs and checks on the road.
• Manage stock, conduct reporting and maintain accurate customer records.
• Deliver excellent customer service, representing the RAC with pride.
• Make on‑the‑spot technical decisions and problem‑solve under varying conditions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years of hands‑on experience as a vehicle technician working with a range of light vehicles.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

Benefits

• Market‑competitive base salary plus bonus and premium‑rate overtime.
• Full‑time 40‑hour week with Monday‑Saturday availability.
• Opt‑in guaranteed overtime – extra rest days at £30 per hour.
• Free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service, car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months.
• 23 days holiday (rising to 25 with service) + bank holidays; paid family leave; flexible schedules.
• Pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions; life assurance up to 4x salary (10x optional).
• 24/7 confidential support service.
• Exclusive discount portal (Orange Savings); after probation, automatic enrolment in Colleague Share Scheme.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all backgrounds, championing diversity and inclusion.