Roadside Vehicle Mechanic

Rac Motoring Services; Lancashire; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading roadside assistance company is seeking a Roadside Vehicle Mechanic in Blackburn, Lancashire. The position offers a base salary of £35,000 with an OTE of £60,000. Responsibilities include expert mechanical repairs, diagnostics, and providing emergency support on the roadside. Ideal candidates have a Level 2 vehicle maintenance qualification and strong customer service skills. This role includes extensive benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company share scheme

Free breakdown cover

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Pension contributions

Wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience required.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical roadside repair and emergency breakdown support.
• Deliver expert vehicle diagnostics and quick solutions.
• Manage various challenges on the roadside.

Skills

Technical expertise

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification

Job description

Roadside Vehicle Mechanic

Blackburn, Lancashire - £35k + OTE of £60k Full Time Posted by: RAC Posted: Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you'll receive:

• A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, 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 the North West:

• Lancaster
• Liverpool
• Oldham/Bury
• Preston
• Stockport
• Warrington

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

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 all provided.

As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you'll get benefits that go the extra mile:

• Strong base pay – £35,000 and realistic OTE of £60,000, 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's what we're after:

You’re more than a mechanic. You’re a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Whether you’re 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’s fault diagnostics, the next it’s a flat tyre or battery – no two jobs are the same. You’ll 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’ll 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 over 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re 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’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.