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, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future. We believe people should bring their whole self to work and be supported, championing all perspectives, individuals and teams to reflect the world we serve.

Job Category Retail

Position Summary

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. As a vital member, you 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.

Additionally, Automotive Technicians may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service. This role demands a combination of 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. Pay Range: $19.25 - $28.93. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards for each eligible task, fostering efficiency and ensuring fair compensation. These rates reflect average productivity by region.

Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.

• 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 registrations fees are paid for by the company; pass or fail. Technicians receive a bonus 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:
  Resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement:
  Working with local communities and giving back where possible.
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  Doing things right, always, together.

At Bridgestone, you are free to be. We believe people can provide superior service when they bring their whole self to work and we are building a diverse team that mirrors the world we serve.

We foster co-creation opportunities and empower you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. We provide more than competitive compensation by offering:

• A supportive onboarding to ensure a smooth transition…