Roadside Mechanic – RAC
Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive:
* A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top‑performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
* Demand‑led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional overtime. Start and finish on your driveway.
* Your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided.
Opportunities in Scotland
* East Kilbride
* Inverness
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
As a Roadside Technician within 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, tyre change, or complex fault‑finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head‑on and making a real impact on the roadside.
Benefits
* Strong base pay – £35 000 + realistic OTE of £60 000
* Share in our success – Colleague share scheme
* Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from day 1
* Car salary sacrifice scheme with electric vehicle options after 12 months
* Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (25 with service)
* Pension & life cover – up to 6.5 % matched pension, life cover up to 4× salary (10× with flex benefits)
* Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential helpline
* Exclusive discounts – tools, tech, holidays, and more through Orange Savings portal
About the Role
You’re more than a mechanic. You’re a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. You thrive on variety, think on your feet, and stay calm under pressure on both busy roadways and quiet cul‑de‑sacs.
Why RAC?
For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving. We’re trusted by over 15 million members, valued for 4.5‑star Glassdoor rating, and we welcome people from every background. We value growth and diversity for everyone.
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