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 play a vital role in delivering exceptional service to our members.

Your Rewards

We believe in recognizing your hard work! Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy 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 your day on your driveway 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 focus on getting members back on the road in your community.

Your Responsibilities

As a Roadside Technician, you’ll:

• Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and vehicle diagnostics.
• Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.
• Handle a variety of challenges, from flat batteries to complex fault-finding.
• Combine your technical expertise with outstanding member service.

What You’ll Need

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• 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.

Benefits That Go the Extra Mile

At RAC, we offer a range of benefits to support you:

• Strong Base Pay: £36,400 with a realistic OTE of £61,000.
• Share in Our Success: Join our colleague share scheme for free.
• Free RAC Ultimate Breakdown Cover: From your very first day.
• 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.

Why Choose RAC?

For over 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, trusted by over 15 million members. Our people love working here, as shown by our 4.5-star Glassdoor rating. We value every voice and support your growth every step of the way.

If you’re a problem solver, a people person, and ready to tackle challenges head-on, we want to hear from you! No CV required when you apply – it’s easier than ever to start your journey with us.

Join us at RAC, where you can bring your full self to work and grow your career in a rewarding, fast-paced environment!