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The Roadside Assistance Manager serves as the strategic lead for operational success, with a focus on driving outcomes through strong client partnerships and cross-functional alignment. This role ...

Roadside Assistance Technician (SSP)

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$35K - $35K/yr

As the Roadside Assistance Technician , you will operate a high equipped vehicle for performing roadside assistance operations, such as accident management, abandoned vehicles tagging and minor ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Columbus, GA

$16.50 - $22.75/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Buffalo, NY

$18 - $24.50/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Memphis, TN

$18 - $24.50/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Atlanta, GA

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

TX

$17.75 - $24/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

GA

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Rochester, NY · On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Omaha, NE

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

El Paso, TX

$16.75 - $23/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Greenville, SC

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

Roadside Assistance Side Gig

Dayton, OH

$17 - $23.25/hr

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

We Need Roadside Assistance Technicians in your area! Who We Are: The Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network (GHRN) is a crowdsourced network of independent contractors who help people when a roadside ...

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How much do roadside assistance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for roadside assistance in the United States is $22.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Are Roadside Assistance Jobs?

Roadside assistance jobs include work as a roadside assistance agent, a roadside assistance technician, and tow or service driver. The specific duties for these positions vary, but your role is always to assist a driver in an emergency situation. For example, a tow and service driver’s responsibilities are to respond to calls for roadside assistance and assess the mechanical issues with the car or truck. If they are simple issues, such as a flat tire, a car in need of gas, or a battery jump start, you may fix them there. If the problems require a more experienced mechanic, you tow the vehicle to a shop. A roadside assistance agent works in a call center and takes customer calls. Their job is to assess the issue and send the proper specialist to help.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Roadside Assistance Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Roadside Assistance Technician, you need a solid understanding of automotive repair, troubleshooting skills, and typically a valid driver’s license along with relevant certifications. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, GPS systems, and dispatch software is essential for efficient service delivery. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a calm demeanor under pressure are crucial soft skills in this role. These qualifications ensure quick, safe, and effective assistance to motorists, enhancing customer satisfaction and safety on the road.

What is roadside assistance?

Roadside assistance is a service that helps drivers when their vehicle breaks down or encounters problems on the road. It typically includes services such as towing, battery jump-starts, flat tire changes, fuel delivery, and lockout assistance. Roadside assistance is often provided by insurance companies, automobile clubs, or vehicle manufacturers, and can offer peace of mind to drivers by ensuring help is available in emergencies.

What is the difference between Roadside Assistance vs Towing Technician?

AspectRoadside AssistanceTowing Technician
CredentialsBasic automotive knowledge, sometimes certifications in roadside servicesAutomotive repair certifications, specialized towing licenses
Work EnvironmentOn-road, roadside locations, customer sitesGarage, roadside, towing yards
Employer & IndustryAuto clubs, insurance companies, roadside service providersAuto repair shops, towing companies, roadside service providers

Roadside Assistance and Towing Technicians both operate in the automotive support industry, often working together. While roadside assistance focuses on minor repairs and services on the road, towing technicians handle vehicle transport and more complex repairs. Both roles require automotive knowledge, but towing technicians typically have more specialized certifications. Understanding these differences helps customers find the right service for their needs.

What are some common challenges faced by Roadside Assistance professionals, and how can they be addressed?

Roadside Assistance professionals often encounter challenges such as working in unpredictable weather, assisting clients in high-traffic or hazardous locations, and managing stressful situations when customers are anxious or frustrated. To address these challenges, staying updated with safety protocols, maintaining strong communication skills, and having a calm, solution-oriented approach are essential. Many employers also provide regular safety training and equip teams with reliable tools and support systems to ensure both employee and client safety on the job.
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Infographic showing various Roadside Assistance job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,000 per year, or $22.1 per hour.
Roadside Assistance Manager

Roadside Assistance Manager

Transdev

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$112K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Transdev North America rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 254 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

58th of 76 rated public transport


Job description

Overview:

Our team has developed a robust culture of safety, professionalism and commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). We expect all team members to champion Company standards of conduct and our inclusive culture. Transdev provides a broad range of services for the client’s autonomous driving testing and development efforts.

The Roadside Assistance Manager serves as the strategic lead for operational success, with a focus on driving outcomes through strong client partnerships and cross-functional alignment. This role ensures end-to-end accountability for program success, including alignment with contractual service levels (CSLs), identification of performance trends, and proactive risk mitigation. The manager owns the strategy and implementation of tooling that supports Roadside Assistance workflows and performance tracking, working closely with internal stakeholders to define requirements, oversee rollouts, and ensure adoption. Through transparent communication and relationship-driven execution, this role enables scalable, efficient operations across multiple lines of business.

Transdev is proud to offer:

  • Competitive compensation package of minimum $112,320 – maximum $135,200

Benefits include:

  • Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
  • Sick days: 5 days
  • Holidays: 6 days
  • Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

The above listed benefits are the Corporate office policy. Benefits vary by location.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own the Roadside Assistance program performance, including all key inputs, outputs, dependencies, and alignment with contractual service levels (CSLs), with the potential to expand ownership to additional programs as business needs evolve
  • Serve as the primary relationship lead for program performance, fostering trust with internal and external stakeholders through transparent communication and strategic program reviews.
  • Ensure compliance with global standards and program-level processes, proactively identifying areas for standardization and scalability
  • Lead performance analysis using data dashboards and KPIs to identify trends, optimize workflows, and drive continuous improvement across lines of business
  • Communicate clearly with the different stakeholders, both Transdev management and the client accordingly
  • Interpret metrics, finds opportunities and implements actions to drive results
  • Maintains high degree of confidentiality of all information
  • All other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or 2+ years of operations experience leading teams
  • Preferred Education: Degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field is a plus 2 or more years of relevant experience desired, but not necessary; however, some supervisory experience, required

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Knowledge of service area and ability to read a map/digital map directions
  • Ability to use a computer to generate reports and schedules
  • Ability to supervise others and make quality business decisions regarding operations
  • Ability to read, understand, and interpret system operating rules, regulations, policies, phases and routes
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to organize and perform work efficiently; strong analytical skills and attention to details
  • Travel up to 20% of the time
  • Work flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights and/or holidays including standing and walking for up to 10 hours during shifts

Physical Requirements:

  • Long periods of standing, walking, and sitting
  • Use hands to finger; handle or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders
  • Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Majority of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities
  • May work in extreme heat and cold, and in damp environment with moderate noise
  • Work is occasionally accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a computer
  • Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds
  • Must use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as pursuant to the Americans with Disability Act

Pre-Employment Requirements:

  • Must be 21 years of age
  • All Transdev employees must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Safety Sensitive Positions will also be subject to a physical screening
  • Transdev maintains a Drug Free Workplace and may require participation in a random drug screening program.
  • Transdev reserves the right to perform ongoing background checks for all employees except in states where this is prohibited by state law. Transdev will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
  • Employees must maintain an acceptable Driving Record suitable to being approved to drive as part of their regular duties. Records are monitored on an ongoing or regular basis pursuant to local state law.
  • Ability to qualify for an Autonomous Vehicle Tester (AVT) license in states and positions where it’s required
  • If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions for any employer at any time as required by the USCIS.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Applicants will be considered based on qualifications and without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.HR.TalentAcquisition@transdev.com

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace.

  • Applicants must:
  • Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
  • Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

The job duties, responsibilities, skills, and requirements listed in this job description are representative only and not an exhaustive list that an employee may be required to perform.

Transdev reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.

Job Category: Autonomous Vehicles

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 7990

Pay Group: CAW

Cost Center: 567

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

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About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.


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