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, BSRO provides a career path focused on serving society with superior quality.

The company offers formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, a 401(k) plan, and a culture that supports diversity and inclusion.

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, you will learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. You will handle routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, assist in repair procedures, and interact with customers to explain repair procedures and answer inquiries.

• 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 paid by company; technicians receive bonus for each test passed).

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

• Two years of automotive repair experience, completion of a vocational‑technical school program in a related field, or demonstrated skills through third‑party certificates/assessment.
• A.S.E. certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

• Medical, dental, and vision – starting day one 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 grow at any career stage.
• Community Involvement – pride in working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork – doing things right, together.

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.

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.