Automotive Technician

Automotive Technician

Position at Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC.

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 sales of over $4.5 billion in tire and auto service, BSRO provides a career path with competitive pay, formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation, holidays, healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan.

Retail

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, this role involves hands‑on learning to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles. Responsibilities include routine inspections, vehicle assessments, repair procedures, and customer interaction to explain repairs and provide excellent service. A sign‑on bonus of $1,500 is offered for first‑time hires. Pay ranges from $17.00 to $25.50 per hour.

• 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; a bonus is 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/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.

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.

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.