Mobile Vehicle Technician - Carlisle

RAC; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and personality as a Vehicle Technician. In this dynamic role, you'll work on a variety of vehicles, providing essential services and diagnostics right at customers' homes or workplaces. With a competitive salary and opportunities for bonuses, you’ll enjoy a fulfilling career with a strong work-life balance. Benefit from ongoing training and support from a dedicated team, while also enjoying perks like a pension scheme and personal support services. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Market-leading base salary

Holiday allowance of 23 days

Family leave support

Pension scheme with company contributions

Life assurance cover

Confidential personal support service

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Free breakdown service

Access to online discounts portal

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a vehicle technician in the motor trade.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Perform services, diagnostics, repairs, and checks on customers' vehicles.
• Manage stock, report issues, and communicate with customers.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Expertise

Communication Skills

Education

A Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance Qualification

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Vehicle Maintenance Tools

Job description

Join the RAC. Together, we're going places.

Feeling stuck? Join us for a career that offers freedom, progression, and a great work-life balance. Enjoy the benefits of a 40-hour week, without the boredom of the same four walls.

RAC Mobile Mechanics bring their technical expertise to our customers' doors, performing car services, repairs, and diagnostics at customers' homes or workplaces. We have a fantastic opportunity for skilled, field-based vehicle technicians to join our rapidly growing team.

We provide the van, tools, and bookings—your role is to bring your personality, customer service skills, and experience.

You'll have the full support of a network of other mobile mechanics, roadside technicians, in-house experts, and RAC professionals. Plus, enjoy ongoing training and the potential to progress your career.

Want the full picture? Let RAC Mobile Mechanic Nick talk you through life in the role: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nut1SVbIP30

What You'll Get With The RAC

• You'll enjoy a market-leading base salary of £38,625 and the chance to boost your earnings to £48,000 with bonuses and overtime.
• Full-time hours with the opportunity to work overtime paid at premium rates.
• Work pattern of 40 hours weekly, Monday to Saturday, between 8am - 8pm.
• Holiday allowance of 23 days (rising to 25 with service) plus bank holidays.
• Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility, and resources to help balance work and family commitments.
• Option to join RAC's Group Personal Pension scheme, with company contributions of up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings.
• 2x Basic Salary Core Employer Funded Life Assurance cover (4x for pension scheme members), with the option to flex up to 10x cover through our benefits offering.
• Confidential personal support service, available 24/7, for you and any family members aged 16+ in your household.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months of employment, offering significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options.
• Free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one.
• Access to Orange Savings, an online discounts portal offering savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech, and more.

Once you've passed probation, you'll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, which grants you a share value that increases as the business grows.

Interested? Here's what we're looking for:

You're a friendly face. One of the best things about this job? You're not just a faceless worker in a garage. You'll be interacting with customers at every appointment—answering questions, giving advice, and representing the RAC.

You love variety. You'll perform services, diagnostics, repairs, and checks on people's driveways. But there's more—stock management, reporting, and communicating with customers are all part of your role.

You can think on your feet. We trust our mechanics to make the best decisions for our customers. You'll handle a variety of fixes, solve all kinds of problems, and meet different people every day.

You'll need:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent).
• A minimum of 3 years practical experience as a vehicle technician in the motor trade working with different types of light vehicles.
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

About Us

The RAC has been rescuing the nation's drivers since 1897. We're one of the country's most well-known and trusted brands. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for skilled Vehicle Technicians to join our team. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible culture. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.