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 enjoy:
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Competitive Salary: A base salary of £41,600 (including London Weighting Allowance, if applicable) and a realistic OTE of £66,000. Top performers can earn significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates!
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Flexible Shifts: Start and finish your day on your driveway with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.
Your Role
As a Roadside Technician in our Patrol division, you’ll be the hero on the road, providing:
* Expert mechanical roadside repairs
* Vehicle diagnostics
* Emergency breakdown support across the UK
Whether it’s a flat battery, a tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll deliver quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll tackle challenges head-on, making a real impact while combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service.
What You’ll Need
* A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
* At least 2 years of post-qualification technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
* A customer-focused approach
* A full UK driving licence
What We Provide
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 chance!
Benefits That Go the Extra Mile
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Strong Base Pay: £41,600 (inclusive of LWA) with a realistic OTE of £66,000.
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Share in Our Success: Join our colleague share scheme for free to 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 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, different faces, and new challenges every day.
Why Choose RAC?
For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, trusted by over 15 million members. Our people love working here, as reflected in our 4.5-star Glassdoor rating. At RAC, support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand.
We welcome individuals from every background, value every voice, and are committed to supporting 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.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and start your journey with us!