Automotive Technician

About the role

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. The company offers formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan. It champions all perspectives, individuals and teams, and believes people can only provide superior service when they feel safe bringing their whole self to work.

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within the automotive service team. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, you will learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles, participate in routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, assist in repair procedures, and may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service. The role demands mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment, offering a unique opportunity to build a solid foundation in automotive repair while contributing to team success.

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 (test and registration fees are paid by the company; 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 & tire repair services including: oil changes, basic inspections, repairing tires, reading, writing, and math skills.

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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, commitment to high‑quality workmanship, ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, and customer‑service communication.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage – 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
• Formal training and performance incentives
• Competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees
• Professional development resources
• Community involvement opportunities
• Integrity and teamwork culture
• Supportive onboarding, mentorship, corporate social responsibility, global work environment, work/life effectiveness, and inclusive team

Pay

Pay range: $21.00 – $32.81 per hour (flat‑rate performance‑based compensation; predetermined amount per eligible task; rates reflect earning potential in the region and may vary based on work availability, individual productivity, and experience; meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage).

Schedule

Flexible work schedule.