Mobile Vehicle Technician - Northampton

Rac Motoring Services; Desborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK motoring services provider is seeking a Vehicle Technician to join their team in Desborough. You will be responsible for servicing, diagnostics, and repairs while engaging with customers and managing stock. Candidates should have a Level 2 maintenance qualification and at least 3 years of hands-on experience. This role offers a competitive base salary of £38,625, with potential earnings up to £50,000, along with various benefits such as a van, uniform, and 23 days of holiday.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Guaranteed overtime option

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with matched contributions

24/7 confidential support service

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and checks.
• Managing stock and reporting.
• Representing the brand and chatting with customers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Technical repair skills

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification or equivalent

Job description

You’ll be the face of RAC in the driveway, chatting with customers, representing the brand, managing stock and reporting, and making the right call for each customer. You’ll work on servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and checks, driving our mission to be the UK’s number one motoring services provider.

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

That commitment to excellence isn’t just felt by our members, it’s echoed by our people. With a four‑star rating on Glassdoor, we champion ambition, support, authenticity and inclusivity. Join us to bring your full self to a company that is redefining roadside repair.

Benefits

• A competitive base salary of £38,625, with on‑target earnings of up to £50,000
• A guaranteed overtime option to increase your base salary to £44,385, plus additional overtime and bonus opportunities
• 40 hours per week with core hours 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, and 1 in 4 Saturdays
• You’ll get your own van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools and diagnostic kit.
• Tools to Drive Your Future – free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service, a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months
• Time Off That Matters – 23 days holiday (rising to 25 with service) plus bank holidays, paid family leave, flexible schedules
• Financial Security & Perks – pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions, life assurance cover up to 4 × salary (10× optional)
• Wellbeing That Works – 24/7 confidential support service for you and household members aged 16+
• Extras That Make a Difference – access Orange Savings, the exclusive discount portal; after passing probation, you’ll join our Colleague Share Scheme

We’re all about progress powered by people. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome every background, champion every voice and back your growth every step of the way.