Roadside Vehicle Technician

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

Job summary

A leading roadside assistance provider is hiring a Roadside Vehicle Technician in Malton, North Yorkshire. This role offers a competitive base salary of £35,000 with an OTE of £60,000, and requires a Level 2 vehicle maintenance qualification. The technician will deliver roadside repairs and diagnostics, providing critical support to motorists throughout the UK. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including overtime opportunities and a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

Strong base pay

Share in our success

Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Generous holidays

Pension & life cover

Wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and diagnostics across the UK.
• Provide quick solutions and reassurance during emergencies.
• Start and end the day at home with a provided RAC van and equipment.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience

Problem solving

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Roadside Vehicle Technician

Malton, North Yorkshire, UK

Full Time – Salary: £35k + OTE of £60k

Company: RAC

Posted: Thursday, 27 November 2025

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician

Overview

Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you'll receive a market‑competitive base salary of £35,000 with a realistic OTE of £60,000, and optional overtime available. You’ll start and finish on your driveway, working demand‑led shifts averaging 40 hours per week.

Opportunities in Yorkshire and The Humber

• Sheffield
• York

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

• Strong base pay – £35,000 and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top performers earning significantly more via bonuses and enhanced overtime rates
• Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from 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 4× your salary (10× 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

No CV required when you apply – it’s easier than ever to start your journey with us.

What We’re Looking For

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 more than 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.

Location

Malton, North Yorkshire, UK

Industry

Other

Rate

£35k + OTE of £60k

Contact

Click apply

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