Roadside Technician: Diagnostics, Repairs & Home‑Start

RAC

Salisbury

Hybrid

GBP 36,000 - 60,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Strong base pay
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Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover
Car salary sacrifice scheme
Generous holidays
Pension & life cover
Wellbeing support
Exclusive discounts

Job summary

The RAC is hiring a Roadside Technician in the UK. You’ll diagnose faults, perform mechanical roadside repairs and emergency breakdown support across the country, using your Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification or equivalent and 2+ years of hands-on experience.

You’ll start and finish at home, with a RAC van, fuel card, diagnostic kit, and uniform provided. Expect a market-competitive base salary (£36,400) and a realistic OTE around £60,000, with overtime options and a voice in our

Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance with 2+ years’ experience
  • 5+ years’ experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic
  • Full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points

Responsibilities

  • Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and vehicle diagnostics
  • Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK
  • Offer quick, confident solutions and reassurance to RAC members

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics
Roadside repair
Emergency breakdown support
Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic kit

Job description

The RAC is hiring a Roadside Technician in the UK. You’ll diagnose faults, perform mechanical roadside repairs and emergency breakdown support across the country, using your Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification or equivalent and 2+ years of hands-on experience.

You’ll start and finish at home, with a RAC van, fuel card, diagnostic kit, and uniform provided. Expect a market-competitive base salary (£36,400) and a realistic OTE around £60,000, with overtime options and a voice in our

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