Roadside Technician - Yorkshire and The Humber

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, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive Salary: A base salary of £35,000 with a realistic OTE of £60,000. Top performers can earn significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
• Flexible Work Hours: Start and finish your day on your driveway with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.
• Location: Opportunities available in the Yorkshire and The Humber areas, including Sheffield and York.

Your Role

As a Roadside Technician in our Patrol division, you’ll be the hero on the road, providing:

• Expert mechanical roadside repair
• Vehicle diagnostics
• Emergency breakdown support across the UK

Whether it’s a flat battery, a tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll deliver quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You’ll tackle challenges head-on, combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service.

What You’ll Need

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) with proven 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 with:

• Your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit
• A strong base pay of £35,000 and realistic OTE of £60,000
• Participation in our colleague share scheme for free, allowing you to benefit from the future growth of the business
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from your very first day
• Car salary sacrifice scheme, including electric vehicle options after 12 months
• Generous holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)
• Pension & life cover with up to 6.5% matched contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary
• 24/7 confidential wellbeing support helpline for you and your family
• Exclusive discounts on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal

Who You Are

You’re more than just a mechanic; you’re a:

• Problem Solver: A people person and a proud ambassador for the RAC, staying calm under pressure.
• Variety Seeker: Thriving on the unpredictability of each job, from diagnostics to flat tyres.
• Quick Thinker: Trusted to make the right call for each customer, facing new challenges every day.

Why RAC?

For over 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving and are 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 develop your career.

Ready to take the next step? No CV required when you apply – it’s easier than ever to start your journey with us!