At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert roadside repairs and diagnostics while delivering outstanding customer service.
- Company: Join the RAC, a trusted name in roadside assistance for over 125 years.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, generous holidays, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Start and finish at home with all tools and support provided.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the roadside with varied challenges every day.
- Qualifications: Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification and 2 years' experience required.
The predicted salary is between 38760 - 44760 £ per year.
Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician and be part of the 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' experience, you will receive:
- A market-competitive base salary of £41,600 (inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, if applicable) and a realistic OTE of £66,000, with top performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
- Start and finish on your driveway.
- Demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional overtime available.
Opportunities in London and Greater London include:
- Bromley
- Chelmsford
- Heathrow
- Shepherd's Bush
- Barnet
- Enfield
- Holloway
What you will need:
- A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with at least 2 years' post-qualification technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
- A customer-focused approach.
- A full UK driving licence.
As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you will deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it is a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you will provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most.
You will 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 will set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided.
The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you are looking for a career in roadside automotive services that is rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this is it.
No CV required when you apply – it is easier than ever to start your journey with us.
As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you will get benefits that go the extra mile:
- Strong base pay – £41,600 (inclusive of LWA) and realistic OTE of £66,000, with top performers earning 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.
Sound like your kind of role? Here is what we are after:
- You are more than a mechanic. You are a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Whether you are 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 is fault diagnostics, the next it is a flat tyre or battery - no two jobs are the same. You will 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 will be trusted to think on your feet and make the right call for each customer. Different fixes, different faces, new challenges every day.
Why RAC? For more than 128 years, we have been keeping drivers moving, and today we are trusted by over 15 million members. We are also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that 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 the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we will be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.
Locations
Roadside Technician - London and Greater London in Kent, Rochester employer: RAC
The RAC is an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and wellbeing. With flexible shifts, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to innovation, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills are valued and your contributions make a real difference on the roadside. Join a team that has been trusted for over 125 years, where you can enjoy meaningful work and exclusive benefits while being part of a company that truly cares about its people.
