Job Description
About The Role
Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician!
Become a vital part of the team that keeps the UK moving! As a Roadside Technician, you’ll enjoy:
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A competitive base salary of £35,000, with a realistic OTE of £60,000. Top performers can earn significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
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Flexible working hours with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.
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Start and finish your day right from your driveway!
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 everything from flat batteries to complex fault-finding, offering quick and confident solutions.
You’ll tackle challenges head-on, making a real impact on the roadside while combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service.
What You’ll Need
* A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
* A customer-focused approach.
* A full UK driving licence.
Working Conditions
We’ll set you up for success from day one with:
* Your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit.
Why Choose RAC?
For over 125 years, the RAC has been a trusted name in roadside assistance, blending heritage with innovation. If you’re looking for a rewarding, fast-paced career full of variety, this is the opportunity for you!
No CV required when you apply – it’s easier than ever to start your journey with us!
Benefits That Go the Extra Mile
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Strong base pay: £35,000 a year with a realistic OTE of £60,000.
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Share in our success: Join our colleague share scheme for free and benefit from the future growth of the business.
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Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover: From your very first day.
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Car salary sacrifice scheme: Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax.
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Generous holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
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Pension & life cover: Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits).
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Wellbeing support: 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family.
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Exclusive discounts: Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal.
Are You the Right Fit?
You’re more than just a mechanic. You’re a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Whether 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.
At RAC, we value every voice and welcome people from all backgrounds. With a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating, we’re a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. 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.