Automotive Technician

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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, BSRO is the right place to build a career. Whenever you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to serve society with superior quality.

Retail

Sign‑on bonus of $500 (for first‑time hires paid after 90 days). The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. As a member, you learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. You will perform routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, assist in repair procedures, and interact with customers to explain repair processes and provide exceptional service.

Pay Range: $16.15 – $24.23 (flat‑rate performance‑based compensation per task).

• 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 are paid by the company; bonus awarded 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 & 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/assessments.
• 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:
  No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement:
  We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together.

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We champion all perspectives, individuals, and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. Show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your 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.

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

Management and Manufacturing

Retail

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