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Posted 20 July, 2026

Roadside Vehicle Technician

RAC
Wakefield, WEST YORKSHIRE, United Kingdom Full Time
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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 the vibrant Leeds cluster, covering areas like Leeds, Wakefield, Castleford, Pontefract, Dewsbury, Batley, Morley, Pudsey, Otley, and Garforth. We organize work locally, allowing you to start and finish at home, focusing your day on getting our members back on the road in your community.

What You’ll Need

As a Roadside Technician in our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Here’s what we’re looking for:

  • 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.

You’ll tackle challenges head-on, making a real impact on the roadside by combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. We’ll set you up for success from day one with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit.

Why Choose RAC?

The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, blending heritage with innovation. If you’re looking for a career in roadside automotive services that’s rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety, this is it!

Benefits That Go the Extra Mile

  • Strong Base Pay: £42,921.87 a year with a realistic OTE of £60,000, plus top performers can earn significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
  • 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. Whether you’re on a busy roadside or a quiet cul-de-sac, you stay calm under pressure and confident in your craft.

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, with the tools, tech, and support to get the job done.

You think on your feet. You’ll be trusted to make the right call for each customer, facing different fixes, faces, and challenges every day.

Why RAC?

For more than 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 back your growth every step of the way. At RAC, you can bring your full self to work, and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

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