Automotive Technician

Company 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, BSRO is a great place to build a career and help serve customers with superior quality and service.

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. Beginning under the guidance of experienced technicians, you will learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. You will perform routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, assist in repair procedures, and explain repair plans to customers in a fast‑paced environment.

Hourly: $16.15 – $24.23. Technicians are paid on a flat‑rate model that rewards productivity for each eligible task; 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 the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees paid by the company; 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 & 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 career stage.
• Community Involvement: pride in working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork: a drive to do things right, together.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment 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.

Entry level

Full‑time

Technical – Automotive Service