Automotive Technician

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 across North America, with over $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales.

About the role

Sign-on bonus of $1,500 for first-time hires. 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, this role involves hands-on learning to address various automotive systems and services. Automotive Technicians participate in routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, assist in repair procedures, and may interact with customers to explain repair procedures and provide exceptional service. This role offers a unique opportunity to build a solid foundation in automotive repair while contributing to the team’s success in a fast-paced environment.

Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay, rewarding skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering efficiency, and ensuring fair compensation for expertise and dedication.

Responsibilities

• 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 for by the company, pass or fail; technicians receive a bonus for each test passed).

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Pay

Pay Range: $16.63 – $24.99. These rates reflect average productivity by region. Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices, with all employees receiving pay that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements.

Our Values

• Professional Development: Resources to help you level up, no matter where you’re at in your career.
• Community Involvement: Working with and giving back to local communities.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Doing things right, always, together.
• Free to Be: Championing all perspectives and individuals, allowing you to bring your whole self to work.

What We Offer

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
• Opportunities for development and growth through training and mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A global, dynamic, and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness for long-term well-being.
• An effective and inclusive team.