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 $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future.

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported.

We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve.

Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.

Position Summary

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. As a vital member, you learn and develop 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, and assist in repair procedures.

Additionally, Automotive Technicians may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service.

Overall, this role demands a combination of mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Range : $17.40 - $26.00

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.

Minimum 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.
• Must have a minimum 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 in at least one of A1-A8 is preferred. Will accept equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

New Hires with external similar qualification / certification will have up to 2 years of employment to comply.)

Reading, writing, and math skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Starting day 1 for all our 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

Our Values

• Professional Development : No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement : We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork : Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together.

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