Automotive Technician

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 offer formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan. We believe in supporting teammates and championing all perspectives and teams to see the world and our business through many different lenses.

We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. Show us what you are made of—the smart, the tough, the bold, the beautiful and brave. Because who you are is what we need.

Retail

The Automotive Technician position requires experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

Pay Range: $20.13 - $30.25 per hour. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. 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 ASE certifications in at least one of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment. Tests and registration fees are paid for by the company; pass bonuses apply.

• 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 and tire repair services including:
  • Oil changes
  • Basic inspections
  • Repairing tires
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

• 2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of 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

• Professional Development:
  Resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement:
  We engage with local communities and give back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  We strive to do things right, together.

We foster co-creation opportunities and empower you to be creative and curious to improve mobility safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We offer more than competitive compensation and provide:

• Onboarding to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• Development and growth through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A dynamic, global and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work-life effectiveness for long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by 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.