Automotive Technician

Position Summary

Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within the automotive service team, learning and developing foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. Under guidance of experienced technicians, this role involves hands‑on learning to address various automotive systems and services. Automotive Technicians participate in routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, and assist in repair procedures. Additionally, they may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service.

Pay Range: $17.50 – $26.30 per hour (flat‑rate compensation model). First‑time hires receive a sign‑on bonus of $1,500. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements.

• 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; technicians receive 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.

• At least 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 assessments.
• A.S.E. certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day1 for all teammates.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On‑the‑job training and company‑funded A.S.E. certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.

Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas, Inc.

Bridgestone is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider employment of 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.