Automotive Technician

Company Overview

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) operates more than 2,200 company‑owned stores across North America, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. It is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates.

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. You will learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles while working under the guidance of experienced technicians. The role includes hands‑on learning to address various automotive systems and services, performing routine inspections, assisting in repair procedures, and interacting with customers to explain repair procedures and answer inquiries.

A 1,500 USD sign‑on bonus is offered to first‑time hires.

Pay Range: $17.50 – $26.30 per hour. Technicians are compensated on a flat‑rate pay model that rewards each eligible task with a predetermined amount, fostering efficiency and swift task accomplishment.

• 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 tests and registration fees and awards a bonus for each test passed).

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance and tire repair services, including oil changes, basic inspections, and tire repair.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

• 2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of a vocational‑technical school program in a related field or demonstrated skills via third‑party certificates or 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.

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

If hired, a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.