Home‑Based Roadside Technician: Diagnostics & Repairs

RAC; Cannock; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay £36,400

Share scheme

Free breakdown cover

Salary sacrifice for EV options

Holidays 23 days + BH

Job summary

RAC is hiring a Roadside Technician to diagnose and repair mechanical issues on the roadside across the UK. You will be dispatched to breakdowns, perform diagnostic checks, and provide rapid solutions to get members back on the road.

Start and finish at home, with 40-hour weeks and optional overtime, supported by a RAC van, fuel card, and tools. You will hold an NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) with 2+ years’ experience, plus 5+ years as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic and

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) with 2+ years’ experience.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic.
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert mechanical roadside repair and diagnostics across the UK.
• Deliver emergency breakdown support and rapid fault-finding for RAC members.
• Start and finish each shift from home with demand-led, 40-hour weeks and optional overtime.

Education

NVQ Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance

5+ years’ experience as Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

Full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points

Job description

RAC is hiring a Roadside Technician to diagnose and repair mechanical issues on the roadside across the UK. You will be dispatched to breakdowns, perform diagnostic checks, and provide rapid solutions to get members back on the road.

Start and finish at home, with 40-hour weeks and optional overtime, supported by a RAC van, fuel card, and tools. You will hold an NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) with 2+ years’ experience, plus 5+ years as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic and