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 the RAC, 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 even more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates!
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Flexible Shifts: Start and finish right from your driveway with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.
Where You’ll Work
You’ll be part of the Harrogate cluster, covering areas like Harrogate, Knaresborough, Ripon, Boroughbridge, Wetherby, and Otley. We organize work locally, allowing you to focus on getting our members back on the road in your own 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 everything from flat batteries to complex fault-finding with confidence and speed.
What You’ll Need
To thrive in this role, you should have:
* 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.
Working Conditions
You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside. We’ll equip you 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 filled with variety, this is the opportunity for you!
Benefits That Go the Extra Mile
As a Roadside Technician, you’ll enjoy:
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Strong Base Pay: £36,400 with a realistic OTE of £61,000.
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Share in Our Success: Join our colleague share scheme for free.
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Free RAC Ultimate Breakdown Cover: From your very first day.
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Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Including electric vehicle options after 12 months.
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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.
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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. You thrive on variety, staying calm under pressure and confident in your craft. Each day brings new challenges, and you’ll be ready to tackle them with the right tools and support.
At the RAC, we value every voice and welcome people from all backgrounds. With a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating, we’re proud to be 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.
Ready to start your journey with us? No CV required to apply – it’s easier than ever!