Roadside Vehicle Mechanic

Job Description

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician!\n

Are you ready to be part of a team that keeps the UK moving? As a Roadside Technician, you’ll play a vital role in delivering exceptional service to our members. Here’s what you can expect:

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  • \nCompetitive Salary: Enjoy a base salary of £35,000 with a realistic OTE of £60,000. Top performers can earn even more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates!
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  • \nFlexible Shifts: Start and finish your day from your driveway with demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, plus optional overtime.
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\n\nYour Role:\n

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

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  • Expert mechanical roadside repairs
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  • Vehicle diagnostics
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  • Emergency breakdown support across the UK
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Whether it’s a flat battery, a tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you’ll deliver quick and confident solutions, offering reassurance when our members need it most.

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  • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
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  • Proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
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  • A customer-focused approach
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  • A full UK driving licence
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We’ll equip you for success from day one with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit. With over 125 years of trusted service, the RAC is the perfect place to build a rewarding and fast-paced career in roadside automotive services.

\n\nWhy Join Us?\n

No CV required! It’s easier than ever to start your journey with us.

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As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you’ll enjoy benefits that go the extra mile:

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  • \nStrong Base Pay: £35,000 a year with a realistic OTE of £60,000.
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  • \nShare in Our Success: Join our colleague share scheme for free and benefit from the future growth of the business.
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  • \nFree RAC Ultimate Breakdown Cover: From your very first day.
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  • \nCar Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax.
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  • \nGenerous Holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
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  • \nPension & Life Cover: Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits).
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  • \nWellbeing Support: 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family.
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  • \nExclusive Discounts: Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal.
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\n\nAre You the Right Fit?\n

You’re more than just a mechanic; you’re a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Here’s what we’re looking for:

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  • \nCalm Under Pressure: Whether on a busy roadside or a quiet cul-de-sac, you stay composed and confident.
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  • \nThrives on Variety: No two jobs are the same! You’ll tackle everything from fault diagnostics to flat tyres, equipped with the tools and support you need.
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  • \nQuick Thinker: You’ll make the right call for each customer, facing new challenges every day.
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\n\nWhy Choose RAC?\n

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.

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We celebrate diversity and welcome people from every background. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work, and we’ll support your growth every step of the way.

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Ready to make a difference? Join us today!

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Job Overview

ID:

2456495

Date Posted:

Posted 15 hours ago

Expiration Date:

06/07/2026

Location:

Walsall

Salary:

Competitive

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