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Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC

Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350

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Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC . 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. We offer formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan. We value bringing your whole self to work and champion diverse perspectives and teams." Position Summary The Automotive Technician position requires your experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. Pay Range $19.55 - $29.33 per hour. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards our skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering efficiency and ensuring fair rewards. Rates reflect average productivity by region. 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 ASE certifications in at least one of A1 – A8 within the first two years of employment. Tests and registration fees are paid by the company; technicians receive a bonus 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/assessments. 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 Equal 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.

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