KFZ / Fahrzeugtechniker - Für Reisemobile
About the job
- You have completed training as an automotive mechanic or automotive mechatronics technician, or similar training in the automotive industry.
- You have broad knowledge of various makes and vehicles; familiarity with common campervan models is advantageous.
- You are flexible, willing to travel occasionally, and have practical manual skills.
- You speak fluent German and good English.
- Keep the vehicles roadworthy and support customer satisfaction.
- Support the rental station in your area.
- Help ensure the technical condition of the campervans.
- Carry out minor vehicle repairs independently and share your knowledge with station employees so they can perform some repairs themselves.
- Actively contribute to shaping your work area, take part in new projects, and contribute ideas.
- Familiarity with the employer's common vehicle models.
About the company
Roadsurfer offers campervan rentals, used van sales, and a long-term subscription service for outdoor travel. It also runs roadsurfer spots, a platform that connects campers with private landowners who list farms and vineyards as camping locations. Customers book ready-to-go camping packages from a fleet of modern campervans with perks like unlimited mileage, flexible cancellation, and a free second driver. The company differentiates itself with a multi-channel model and a large international network (nearly 10,000 vehicles across 90+ locations in 16 countries, including North America) through which it aims to make camper travel easy, convenient, and scalable.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$157.9M
Headquarters
Munich, Germany
Founded
2016
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 2025 financing added €85 million for Europe and North America expansion.
- 2025 U.S. stations added Phoenix, Denver, Salt Lake City, Seattle, Miami, Chicago, Dallas, and New York.
- 2026 app updates kept route planning active in selected European countries.
What critics are saying
- roadsurfer depends on debt-heavy ABS and venture debt from Macquarie, BBVA, and Avellinia.
- Fleet growth to 10,000 vehicles raises depreciation, maintenance, and residual-value risk through 2026.
- A 2027 refinancing miss would choke fleet purchases and force downsizing.
What makes roadsurfer unique
- roadsurfer runs a 10,000-vehicle fleet across 90 locations in 16 countries.
- Its roadsurfer spots app pairs campervans with private pitches, farms, and vineyards.
- A 2025 VW California launch partnership strengthened its brand with Volkswagen.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Meal Benefits
- Employee Discounts
- Training Programs