Automotive Technician

Overview

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.

We offer formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan. We believe in supporting teammates and championing all perspectives to build a diverse team.

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 under the 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. You may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service.

This role demands mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a foundation in automotive repair while contributing to the team’s success.

Sign-on bonus: $1,500 for first-time hires. Pay Range: $16.63 - $24.99. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards for each eligible task. These rates reflect average productivity by region.

• 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 first two years of employment. Tests and registration fees are paid by the company. Technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid automobile driver s license and be able 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.

• 2 years of automotive repair experience, vocational-technical school in 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.
• Community Involvement:
  Giving back to local communities.
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  Do things right, together.

What We Offer:

At Bridgestone, we foster co-creation opportunities and empower you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. We offer onboarding, training, mentorship, CSR activities, a global dynamic work environment, and work-life balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
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, disability, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Eligibility:
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or sponsorship needs may disqualify you.