Automotive Maintenance Technician

Overview 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, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. When you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. 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 build towards your future. We believe in supporting all perspectives, individuals 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. Position Summary Job Category Retail Position Summary The Maintenance Technician is an entry level position in which you will be an integral part of a fantastic team servicing vehicles. Full and Part-time benefits available from day one – including tool program discounts. Pay Range $13.20 - $19.80 Note Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements. Responsibilities Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, exhaust, and electrical. Change oil and/or perform scheduled maintenance services. Install and perform tire maintenance. Install batteries, shock absorbers, and check electrical systems. Road test vehicles. 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. Experience in automotive service industry preferred. Reading, writing, and math skills. Benefits and Perks 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 Values and Culture Professional Development: resources to level up your career Community Involvement: engagement with local communities Integrity & Teamwork: doing things right, together What We Offer At Bridgestone, we foster co-creation, empower you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. We offer more than just competitive compensation; we provide the following: A supportive onboarding experience Opportunities to develop and grow through training and mentorship Corporate Social Responsibility activities A global, dynamic and challenging work environment Work/life agility and long-term well-being A diverse and inclusive team 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr