Mobile Mechanic BOOST - Stevenage

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1 month ago
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Join the RAC as a Mobile Mechanic – Boost

Contract

Be part of the team that keeps

the UK moving. As an RAC Mobile Mechanic on our Boost Contract,

you’ll benefit from our highest guaranteed salary and

industry-leading support.
What

you’ll get:



  •  Top-tier

    pay, guaranteed
    – A base salary of £50,625

    (inclusive of London Weighting Allowance), rising to £56,625 with

    performance bonuses.
  • A

    career with purpose
    – Our 4.7 “Excellent” Trustpilot

    rating shows how much customers value what we do. You’ll be the one

    delivering that trusted service.

  • The tools to succeed – Your

    own fully equipped RAC van, fuel card, uniform, essential tools,

    and diagnostic kit from day one.

  • A clear working week – 40

    core hours (Monday–Saturday) plus an average of 7 additional hours

    per week based on customer demand. These extra hours are scheduled

    in advance, so you always know your week

    ahead.

     About

the role

As part of our market-leading

Service, Maintenance & Repair (SMR) team, you’ll carry out

high-quality servicing, diagnostics, and repairs at customers’

homes or workplaces. It’s hands-on, varied work where no two days

are the same – and you’ll be the hero who keeps our customers

moving.

Why the Boost

Contract?

The Boost Contract is designed

to reward your time, talent, and commitment. With guaranteed

top-level pay, transparent scheduling, and bonus earning potential,

it gives you financial security plus recognition for going the

extra mile.
The RAC has been a trusted name

for drivers for over 128 years, combining heritage with

innovation. 
No

CV required when you apply – its easier than ever to start your

journey with us.



As a Mobile Mechanic on our Boost contract at RAC,

you’ll get benefits that go the extra

mile



  •  Strong base salary -

    £50,625 per year, with the opportunity to earn an additional £6,000

    through performance-related bonuses, taking total earnings up to

    £56,625.
  • Share

    in our success
    – Join our colleague share scheme for

    free to benefit from the future growth of the

    business
  • Free

    RAC Ultimate breakdown cover
    – From your very first

    day.
  • Car salary sacrifice

    scheme
    – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12

    months) to help you save on tax.

  • Generous holidays – 23 days

    plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with

    service).
  • Pension & life cover

    Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x

    your salary (10x with flex benefits).

  • Wellbeing support – 24/7

    confidential support helpline for you and your

    family.
  •  Exclusive discounts – Save on tools,

    tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings

    portal.




What We’re Looking

For



  •  Level 2 Light Vehicle

    Maintenance qualification (or equivalent)

  • At least 3 years fully qualified, hands-on experience as

    a vehicle technician on light vehicles

  • A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6

    points
  • Flexibility to work at relatively

    short notice and open to travel with overnight stays, if

    necessary 



 Youll thrive on variety - whether its

diagnostics, repairs, servicing, or vehicle checks – youll be

trusted to make quick, informed decisions on the road. With every

job, youll take pride in delivering top-quality work and the

complete peace of mind our customers expect from the RAC.



Why

RAC?

For more than 128 years, we’ve been

keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million

members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star

Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support,

ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand.
We

welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back

your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your

full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to

help you grow and develop your

career.

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