Roadside Rescue Mechanic
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 a Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent) and at least 2 years of experience, you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive Salary: A base salary of £36,400 with a realistic OTE of £61,000. Top performers can earn significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates!
- Flexible Shifts: Start and finish right from your driveway! Enjoy demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional overtime available.
Where You’ll Work
You’ll be part of the Walsall cluster, covering areas like Walsall, Aldridge, Brownhills, Cannock, Lichfield, Burntwood, and Sutton Coldfield. We organize work locally, allowing you to focus on getting our members back on the road in your community.
Your Responsibilities
As a Roadside Technician in our Patrol division, you’ll:
- Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and vehicle diagnostics.
- Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.
- Handle everything from flat batteries to complex fault-finding with quick, confident solutions.
What You’ll Need
- 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.
- A full UK driving licence.
Why Join Us?
At RAC, we set you up for success from day one! You’ll receive:
- Your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit.
- Strong Base Pay: £36,400 with a realistic OTE of £61,000.
- Share in Our Success: Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business.
- Free RAC Ultimate Breakdown Cover: From your very first day!
- Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax.
- Generous Holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
- Pension & Life Cover: Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits).
- Wellbeing Support: 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family.
- 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: Calm under pressure and confident in your craft.
- People Person: A proud ambassador for the RAC, ready to help our members.
- Quick Thinker: Trusted to make the right call for each customer, facing new challenges every day.
Why Choose RAC?
For over 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, 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 every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.
Ready to start your journey with us? No CV required!
