Automotive Technician

Join the Automotive Technician role at Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC
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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.

Whatever role you fill, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to serve society with superior quality. We offer formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages, and a 401(k) plan.

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The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. You will learn foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles, working under the guidance of experienced technicians to address a variety of automotive systems and services. Duties include routine inspections, vehicle assessments, repair procedures, and customer interaction to explain repair work and answer inquiries. This role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment.

$20.40 – $30.60 per hour. Our performance‑based flat‑rate pay rewards technicians with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering efficiency and timely task completion.

• 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 test and registration fees; bonus awarded for each test passed.

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license at all times; must be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services, including:
  • Oil changes
  • Basic inspections
  • Repairing tires
• 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/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 stage of your career.
• Community Involvement:
  We work with local communities and give back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  We drive to do things right, always, together.

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience for a smooth transition into our team.
• Opportunities for growth through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic, and challenging work environment.
• Work/life flexibility and long‑term well‑being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

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.

Employment Eligibility:
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.