Mobile Vehicle Technician - Preston

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

Job summary

A leading vehicle service provider in the UK is seeking a Mobile Mechanic to deliver expert vehicle maintenance directly to customers. You will provide a range of services from diagnostics to routine maintenance in a variety of locations. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience and a Level 2 maintenance qualification. Competitive compensation includes a base salary of £38,625 with on-target earnings up to £50,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions

Access to exclusive discount portal and tools

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience as a vehicle technician.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized service to customers at various locations.
• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance on light vehicles.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Customer service

Routine maintenance

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification

Tools

Diagnostic kit

Job description

Overview

As a RAC Mobile Mechanic, you’ll deliver expert vehicle maintenance and diagnostics directly to our customers, wherever they are. From driveways to office car parks, you’ll provide first‑class service without the constraints of a traditional garage.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised service to customers at driveways, office car parks and other locations.
• Perform diagnostics, repairs and routine maintenance on light vehicles.
• Manage stock levels, reporting and customer communications.
• Represent the RAC with pride and be the RAC in every interaction.

Qualifications

• 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.
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive base salary of £38,625, with on‑target earnings of up to £50,000.
• Guaranteed overtime option to raise base salary to £44,385, plus additional overtime and bonus opportunities.
• 23 days holiday (rising to 25 with service), plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions.
• Life assurance cover up to 4× salary (10× optional with flex benefits).
• 24/7 confidential support service for you and household members aged 16+.
• Access Orange Savings, exclusive discount portal, holidays, tools and tech.
• After probation, automatic entry to Colleague Share Scheme.
• RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools and diagnostic kit provided.

Working Hours

40 hours per week, core hours 8:30am to 5pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays. Monday‑Saturday availability (8am‑8pm) offers flexibility and stability.