Automotive Technician

Automotive Technician

Join Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC as an Automotive Technician. We are part of Bridgestone Americas and operate over 2,200 company‑owned stores across North America. The role offers a supportive environment, formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation, healthcare, and a 401(k) plan.

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team, learning to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. This role involves routine inspections, vehicle assessments, repair procedures, and customer interaction, requiring mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and commitment to quality in a fast‑paced environment.

Pay Range: $17.50 - $26.30 per hour. Flat‑rate pay model rewards each completed 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 first two years (tests and registration fees paid by company; bonus for each test passed).

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license at all times, able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services (oil changes, basic inspections, repairing tires).
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

• 2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of a Vocational‑Technical School program, 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.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On‑the‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• Daily pay program available.
• Professional development resources.
• Community involvement opportunities.
• Integrity & teamwork culture.

Upon hiring, a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification will be completed at start of employment. Temporary work authorization or need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

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

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Retail
• Location:
  
  Grand Rapids, MI