Mobile Vehicle Technician - Paignton

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mobile Vehicle Technician, where your skills will shine while providing services directly at customers' homes. Enjoy a market-leading salary with the potential for bonuses and overtime, a supportive network of professionals, and the chance for career progression. This role offers a great work-life balance with a 40-hour work week and a variety of tasks that keep your day interesting. With comprehensive benefits and ongoing training, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a difference in the automotive service industry.

Benefits

Market leading base salary

Holiday allowance of 23 days

Family leave support

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life Assurance cover

24/7 personal support service

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Free breakdown service

Access to online discounts portal

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years practical experience as a vehicle technician.
• Full UK driving licence with less than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Perform car services, repairs, and diagnostics at customer locations.
• Interact with customers, answering questions and providing advice.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Technical Expertise

Education

Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance Qualification

Job description

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

Feeling stuck? Join us for a career that gives you 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. They do car services, repairs and diagnostics at customers' homes or workplaces. And we've got a fantastic opportunity for skilled, field-based vehicle technicians to join our rapidly growing team.

We bring the van, tools and bookings - you bring your personality, customer-service 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) + 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 where we will match / contribute 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 flexible benefits offering
• Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per days every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household
• Car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months of employment. You'll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options
• Free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one
• Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000's of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and more
  
  

Once you've passed probation, you'll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, awarding you a share value. The value of this increases as the business continues to grow.

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

You're a friendly face. One of the best things about this job? You're not 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 be carrying out services, diagnostics, repairs and checks on peoples driveways. But the job's about so much more. Stock, reporting and talking to customers - it's all down to you.

You can think on your feet. We trust our mechanics to make the best decisions for our customers. You'll be dealing with a variety of fixes, fixing all kinds of problems, and meeting 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 less than 6 points
  
  

About Us

The RAC have been rescuing the nation's drivers since 1897. We're one of the country's most well-known and trusted brands. As our business goes from strength to strength, we're looking for skilled Vehicle Technicians to join our team. We're committed to developing a culture that is representative of the diverse communities we service and one which is open, accessible, collaborative and inclusive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Vehicle Repair and Maintenance

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