Roadside Technician: Fast Diagnostics & On-Route Fix

RAC; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Realistic OTE £61,000

Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover

Salary sacrifice scheme (car)

Generous holidays (23 days + BH)

Pension & life cover

Wellbeing support

Job summary

RAC is hiring a Roadside Technician to deliver mechanical roadside repair, diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. You will diagnose faults, fix issues on the road and keep members moving with confident, quick solutions.

The role emphasizes autonomy, ongoing learning, and an accredited development path through the IMI, with a structured progression and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent 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 diagnostics.
• Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.
• Diagnose faults, solve problems and reassure members on the road.
• Use diagnostic technology to identify faults and get members moving.

Skills

NVQ Level 2

2+ years experience

Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

Full UK driving licence

Job description

RAC is hiring a Roadside Technician to deliver mechanical roadside repair, diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. You will diagnose faults, fix issues on the road and keep members moving with confident, quick solutions.

The role emphasizes autonomy, ongoing learning, and an accredited development path through the IMI, with a structured progression and supportive environment.