Job Description
Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician
Are you ready to be part of a team that keeps the UK moving? As a Roadside Technician with a Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent) and at least 2 years of experience, you’ll enjoy:
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Competitive Salary: A base salary of £36,400 with a realistic OTE of £61,000. Top performers can earn significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
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Flexible Shifts: Start and finish on your driveway with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.
Where You’ll Work
Join our Leeds cluster, covering vibrant areas like Leeds, Wakefield, Castleford, Pontefract, Dewsbury, Batley, Morley, Pudsey, Otley, and Garforth. We organize work locally, allowing you to focus on getting our members back on the road in your community.
Your Responsibilities
As a Roadside Technician in our Patrol division, you’ll:
* Deliver expert mechanical roadside repairs and vehicle diagnostics.
* Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.
* Handle a variety of challenges, from flat batteries to complex fault-finding.
What You’ll Need
* A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) with at least 2 years of post-qualification technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
* A customer-focused approach.
* A full UK driving licence.
Why Join Us?
At RAC, we set you up for success from day one with:
* Your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit.
* A strong base pay and realistic OTE.
* Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from your very first day.
* 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.
* Wellbeing support: 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family.
* Exclusive discounts on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal.
Who You Are
You’re more than just a mechanic; you’re a:
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Problem Solver: A people person and proud ambassador for the RAC.
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Adaptable Technician: Thriving on variety, tackling everything from diagnostics to flat tyres.
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Quick Thinker: Trusted to make the right call for each customer, facing new challenges every day.
Why RAC?
For over 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, trusted by over 15 million members. With a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating, RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and are committed to your growth every step of the way.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and make a real impact on the roadside!