Join the RAC as a Roadside
Technician Join the team that keeps the UK
moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll
receive: A
market-competitive base salary of £36,400 and a realistic OTE of
£61,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through
bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
Start and finish on your driveway.
Demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional
overtime available.
What
you’ll need: • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance
qualification (or equivalent), with at least 2 years' post-qualification technical,
electrical, and diagnostic experience
• A
customer-focused approach • A full UK driving licence
As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division,
you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle
diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether
it’s a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll
provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members
need it most. You’ll
start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and
making a real impact on the roadside - combining your technical
expertise with outstanding member service.
We’ll set you up for success from day one,
with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools,
and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a
trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with
innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive
services that’s rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this
is it.
No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever
to start your journey with us.
As a Roadside Technician at
RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra
mile:
Strong base
pay – £36,400 and realistic OTE of £61,000,
with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and
enhanced overtime rates 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
Sound like your
kind of role? Here’s what we’re
after:
You’re more than a
mechanic. You’re a problem solver, a people
person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Whether you’re on a
busy roadside or a quiet cul-de-sac, you stay calm under pressure
and confident in your craft.
You thrive on
variety. One moment it’s fault diagnostics, the
next it’s a flat tyre or battery - no two jobs are the same. You’ll
be equipped and ready for every call-out, with the tools, tech, and
support to get the job done.
You think on your
feet. You’ll be trusted to think on your feet
and make the right call for each customer. Different fixes,
different faces, new challenges every day.
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.