Roadside Technician

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:

• A competitive 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 working hours with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.

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 start and finish at home, focusing 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 confidence.

You’ll tackle challenges head-on, making a real impact on the roadside by combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service.

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 and a realistic OTE of £61,000, with top performers earning significantly more.
• Share in our success with a colleague share scheme for free.
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from your very first day.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme with electric vehicle options after 12 months.
• 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 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 and a people person, proud to represent the RAC.
• Calm under pressure, confident in your craft, whether on a busy roadside or a quiet cul-de-sac.
• Quick thinker who can adapt to different fixes, faces, and 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 individuals 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.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and make a difference on the road!