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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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. Start and finish right from your driveway!
Your Role
As a Roadside Technician in our Patrol division, you’ll be the hero on the road, delivering:
* 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 provide 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) with post-qualification technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
* A customer-focused approach
* A full UK driving licence
Why Choose RAC?
We’ll set you up for success from day one with:
* Your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit
* A trusted name with over 125 years of heritage and innovation in roadside automotive services
No CV required when you apply – it’s easier than ever to start your journey with us!
Benefits That Go the Extra Mile
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
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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 – Includes 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?
We’re looking for someone who is:
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More than a mechanic – A problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC.
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Thrives on variety – Ready for anything from fault diagnostics to flat tyres.
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A quick thinker – Able to make the right call for each customer, facing new challenges every day.
Why RAC?
For over 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving and are 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 RAC, you can bring your full self to work, and we’ll be with you to help you grow and develop your career.