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 over $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales, BSRO is the right place to build a career.

We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams, and we are building a diverse team as diverse as the world we serve.

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team, learning and developing foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, the role involves hands‑on learning to address various automotive systems and services. The technician participates in routine inspections, contributes to vehicle assessments, and assists in repair procedures. The role also includes interacting with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service.

Pay Range: $17.00 – $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.

• 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.
• Minimum two 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 in at least one of A1‑A8 is preferred. Equivalent external qualifications or training certifications are accepted (new hires with equivalent qualification may have up to two years of employment to comply).
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

• Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all teammates.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On‑the‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.

• Professional Development:
  Resources to level up at any career stage.
• Community Involvement:
  We work with local communities and give back wherever we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  Driving to do things right, always, together.

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. We consider all individuals for employment 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.

Bridgeton, MO