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 is a place to build a career while serving the community with superior quality.
Job Category
Retail
Position Summary
The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. The position involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. Responsibilities include routine inspections, vehicle assessments, repair procedures, and customer communication to explain repair processes and answer inquiries. The role demands mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment.
Pay Range and Compensation
$19.25 - $28.93 hourly, with a flat‑rate pay model that rewards completion of each eligible task.
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 by the company; bonus paid for each test passed.
Minimum Qualifications
- 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.
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 qualification or training certification.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision – starting day 1 for all teammates.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- On‑the‑job training and company‑funded A.S.E. certifications.
- Flexible work schedule.
- 401(k) match.
- On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
Employment Eligibility
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.
