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About the Role

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team, learning and developing foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. Under guidance, this role involves hands-on learning to address various automotive systems and services, participating in routine inspections, contributing to vehicle assessments, and assisting in repair procedures. Technicians 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 high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment, offering a unique opportunity to build a solid foundation in automotive repair.

Responsibilities

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.

Requirements

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, and repairing tires.
Reading, writing, and math skills.
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.

Skills

Automotive maintenance
Tire repair
Mechanical aptitude
Attention to detail
Customer service

Location

North America

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2 years of automotive repair experience (preferred)
Completion of Vocational-Technical School program in a related field (preferred)
Demonstrated skills via third party certificates/assessment (preferred)

Education Level

Vocational-Technical School program in a related field (preferred)
A.S.E certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications (preferred)

Salary/Compensations

$17.50 - $26.30
Performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay

Benefits

Competitive pay
Formal training
Performance incentives
Paid vacation and holidays
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees
401k plan
Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1
Company-funded ASE certifications
Flexible work schedule
401(k) match
On demand pay (daily pay) program available
Supportive and engaging onboarding experience
Opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship
Corporate Social Responsibility activities
Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being

About the Company

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 believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported.
We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses.
At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations.
Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”.

Equal Opportunity

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to 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.