Do you love cars and want to make a career out of helping other people? Have you always wanted to be a superhero, showing up to save the day exactly when you’re needed?
Then Allstate may have the gig for you. That’s because the car insurance company is advertising an unusual side gig for job seekers, and it’s one that will put you right in the middle of the action. According to a job listing on the company’s website, Allstate is looking to hire “roadside rescuers.”
Those who are hired will join the Allstate Good Hands Rescue® Network, where they will work as independent roadside pros, helping with everything from changing tires to jump-starting cars. All you have to do to apply for the job is meet the minimum requirements, which include having some basic automotive skills, as well as being able to pass a background check.
Think this job sounds like a dream come true? According to some of the people who have already signed up, it definitely has its perks!
Allstate Says You Can Earn an Average of $23+ per Rescue
According to the website, rescuers average around $23 per rescue, depending on the service area. However, a post on Zip Recruiter has the range listed a little differently, and says that the estimated pay is closer to $18.50 to $26.25 an hour when given the service area of Maple Shade, New Jersey.
Of course, there are some expenses associated with the gig, since you’ll need to own your own car and pay for your own gas. You’ll also need some basic tools for the job. According to Allstate, some of those tools include (but aren’t limited to) a floor jack, jump starter battery pack (not jumper cables), a four-way lug wrench, and a safety vest.
You Need to Sign Up to Become a Rescuer
Allstate makes the application process look pretty simple, and it looks like you need to sign up online, which entails completing an application, passing a background check, taking a drug test and performing a demonstration of your skills via video call.
Once you’ve been approved to join the network, you’ll need to download an app which will alert you to motorists in need. According to the insurance company, most rescues will be located within 30 minutes of your location when you log on, making it easy to stay close to home if that’s your preference.
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There Are Some Testimonials Online
If you think this side gig sounds too good to be true, you should consider some of the things that current rescue network workers have to say about it. Somebody named Craige wrote up his feelings about the job for the company’s website, writing, “People are always happy to see you. They get service, I get paid, it’s all good.”
But, this isn’t exactly anything new. According to a Reddit post from seven years ago, this idea has been around for a while. According to some people who have looked into it, the juice may not be worth the squeeze.
A Redditor who goes by the username AustinSunDown says they looked into the gig since they are already pretty mechanically inclined, and discovered a few red flags worth sharing. First, you are going to spend a lot of money on gas driving to all of these jobs, which can really add up if you’re doing several rescues a day.
Secondly, they point out that the start up costs to purchase all the tools you need can also run high, estimating you’ll need around $250 for everything on Allstate’s equipment list. Another downside the Redditor pointed out is that you could be liable for any damage you do in the process of the rescue.
“This is a complete scam/sucker bet at these rates,” they concluded. “It would have to pay over double to be anywhere near worth it. Allstate is the only winner here.”
While it may be true that Allstate is making out in the long run, this gig may be a good fit for someone who likes this kind of work and has the time to drive around helping people. Of course, if you’re interested in checking this out, you may want to do more research to make sure it’s a good fit for you and that you’re not being taken for a ride (pun intended).