Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company‑owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

When you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to serve society with superior quality. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive health‑care packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan to help build toward your future. We champion all perspectives, support diverse teams, and encourage every teammate to bring their whole self to work.

Retail

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. You learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. This role involves hands‑on learning to address various automotive systems and services. Technicians perform routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, assist in repair procedures, and interact with customers to explain repair processes and answer inquiries.

The position demands mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment.

$19.55 – $29.33 per hour (flat‑rate, performance‑based compensation)

• Change oil and perform other scheduled maintenance services.
• Perform inspections of steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform tire maintenance.
• Install parts.
• Road test vehicles.
• Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least one of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment (company pays fees; bonus awarded for each test passed).

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance and tire repair services, including:
  • Oil changes
  • Basic inspections
  • Repairing tires
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

• Two years of automotive repair experience, completion of a vocational‑technical school program in a related field, or demonstrated skills via third‑party certificates/assessment.
• A.S.E. certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

• Medical, dental, and vision – starting day 1 for all teammates.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On‑the‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.

• Professional development: resources to help you level up at any career stage.
• Community involvement: working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & teamwork: doing things right, always, together.

Upon hire, a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.