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, you’ll play a vital role in providing exceptional service to our members. Here’s what you can expect:
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Competitive Salary: Enjoy a base salary of £35,000 with a realistic OTE of £60,000. Top performers can earn even more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates!
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Flexible Shifts: Start and finish your day on your own driveway! Work 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 of post-qualification technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
* A customer-focused approach that puts our members first.
* A full UK driving licence.
As a Roadside Technician in 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, a tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most.
You’ll tackle challenges head-on, making a real impact on the roadside by combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. Plus, we’ll set you up for success from day one with:
* Your own RAC van
* Fuel card
* Full uniform
* Essential tools and diagnostic kit
The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, blending heritage with innovation. If you’re looking for a rewarding, fast-paced career in roadside automotive services, this is your opportunity!
Why Join Us?
No CV required! It’s easier than ever to start your journey with us.
As a Roadside Technician at RAC, You’ll Enjoy:
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Strong Base Pay: £35,000 a year with a realistic OTE of £60,000, plus opportunities for bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
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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: Enjoy peace of mind 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: Access a 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 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 make the right call for each customer, facing different fixes, new faces, and fresh challenges every day.
Why Choose RAC?
For more than 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 support your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work, and we’ll be with you to help you grow and develop your career.