Roadside Vehicle Mechanic
Join the RAC Family as a Roadside Technician!
At RAC, we truly value the dedication of our colleagues who go the extra mile for our customers. In return, we offer a rewarding environment where your hard work is recognized and celebrated.
Your Compensation
- Competitive Base Salary: £42,921.87 (inclusive of night allowance), with an average OTE ranging from £43,000 to £53,000.
Where You’ll Work
You’ll be part of our vibrant Reading cluster, covering areas like:
- Reading
- Wokingham
- Bracknell
- Henley-on-Thames
- Crowthorne
- Sandhurst
Or, you may join the Oxford cluster, covering:
- Oxford
- Abingdon
- Didcot
- Wantage
- Witney
- Bicester
- Thame
We organize work locally, allowing you to start and finish at home, focusing on getting our members back on the road in your area.
Your Role
As a Roadside Technician in our Patrol division, you’ll be the hero on the road, delivering:
- Expert mechanical roadside repairs
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Emergency breakdown support across the UK
Whether it’s a flat battery, a tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most.
What You’ll Need
- A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
- Proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
- A customer-focused approach
- A full UK driving licence
You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside, combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service.
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
With over 125 years of trusted service, RAC is the perfect place for a rewarding, fast-paced career in roadside automotive services.
Why Join Us?
No CV required! It’s easier than ever to start your journey with us.
As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you’ll enjoy benefits that go the extra mile:
- Strong Base Pay: £42,921.87 a year with a realistic OTE of £60,000, plus bonuses and enhanced overtime rates for top performers.
- 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 a mechanic. You’re a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. You stay calm under pressure and confident in your craft, whether on a busy roadside or a quiet cul-de-sac.
You thrive on variety. One moment it’s fault diagnostics, the next it’s a flat tyre or battery—no two jobs are the same. You’ll be equipped and ready for every call-out.
You think on your feet. You’ll be 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, 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 to help you grow and develop your career.
