Roadside Vehicle Mechanic

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician!\n\n

Are you ready to be part of a team that keeps the UK moving? As a Roadside Technician with a Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent) and at least 2 years of experience, you’ll enjoy:

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• \nA competitive base salary of £36,400 and a realistic OTE of £61,000, with top performers earning even more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
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• \nFlexible working hours – start and finish on your driveway with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.
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\n\nOpportunities in Yorkshire: Harrogate\n\nWhat You’ll Need:\n

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• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with at least 2 years of post-qualification technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
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• A customer-focused approach.
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• A full UK driving licence.
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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.

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You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside. Combine your technical expertise with outstanding member service, and we’ll set you up for success from day one with:

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• Your own RAC van
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• A fuel card
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• Full uniform
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• Essential tools and diagnostic kit
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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 it!

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No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us!

\n\nAs a Roadside Technician at RAC, You’ll Enjoy:\n

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• \nStrong base pay – £36,400 and realistic OTE of £61,000, with top performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
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• \nShare in our success – Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business.
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• \nFree RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day.
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• \nCar salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax.
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• \nGenerous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
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• \nPension & 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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• \nWellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family.
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• \nExclusive discounts – Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal.
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\n\nSound Like Your Kind of Role? Here’s What We’re After:\n

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.

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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.

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You think on your feet. You’ll be trusted to make the right call for each customer. Different fixes, different faces, new challenges every day.

\n\nWhy RAC?\n

For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand.

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We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can 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.