Roadside Rescue Mechanic

Rac Motoring Services; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading roadside assistance provider in Ilkeston is seeking a Roadside Rescue Mechanic to deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and diagnostics. You will tackle various challenges, providing reassurance to members across the UK. The position offers a strong base salary of £35,000 with potential OTE of £60,000, along with generous benefits including holidays, pension schemes, and wellbeing support. Join a company with over 128 years of experience in supporting drivers.

Benefits

Strong base pay

Colleague share scheme

Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover

Generous holidays

Pension & life cover

Wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification or equivalent.
• Proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
• Customer-focused approach required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and vehicle diagnostics.
• Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.
• Offer quick and confident solutions to roadside challenges.

Skills

Light vehicle maintenance qualification

Proven technical experience

Customer-focused approach

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Roadside Rescue Mechanic

Posted date: 2025-12-21

Location: Ilkeston, Derbyshire, UK

Application deadline: 2026-01-18

Eligibility: Any

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician

As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault‑finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most.

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’ll set you up for success from day one with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit.

What you’ll need

• 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

Benefits that go the extra mile

• Strong base pay – £35,000 a year, realistic OTE £60,000, with top performers earning more through bonuses and overtime
• Colleague share scheme – free to benefit from the business’s future growth
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from day one
• Car salary sacrifice scheme – includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months)
• Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays, rising to 25 with service
• Pension & life cover – up to 6.5% matched pension, life cover up to 4x salary
• Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential helpline
• Exclusive discounts – tools, tech, holidays, more via Orange Savings portal

Why RAC?

For over 128 years, RAC has kept drivers moving. Trusted by over 15 million members and with a 4.5‑star Glassdoor rating, RAC offers a supportive, ambitious environment where growth is backed every step.

We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and support your development at every stage.