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Posted 21 June, 2026

Roadside Mechanic

RAC
harrogate, ENGLAND, United Kingdom Full Time
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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 the RAC, you’ll enjoy:

  • Competitive Salary: A base salary of £36,400 with a realistic OTE of £61,000. Top performers can earn even more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates!
  • Flexible Shifts: Start and finish your day on your driveway with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.

Where You’ll Work

Join the Harrogate cluster, covering areas like Harrogate, Knaresborough, Ripon, Boroughbridge, Wetherby, and Otley. 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, you’ll:

  • Deliver expert mechanical roadside repairs and vehicle diagnostics.
  • Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.
  • Handle a variety of challenges, from flat batteries to complex fault-finding.
  • Offer quick, confident solutions and reassurance to our members when they need it most.

What You’ll Need

To thrive in this role, you should have:

  • 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.

Why Join Us?

At the 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: Enjoy this benefit 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.
  • 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, we’re a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand.

We welcome individuals from every background, value every voice, and support 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 develop your career.

Ready to take the next step? Join us and make a difference on the roadside!

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