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Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC

Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC, Budd Lake, New Jersey, us, 07828

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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 sales exceeding $4.5 billion in tire and auto service, BSRO offers a career that values teammates, provides formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages, and a 401(k) plan.

Job Category Retail

Position Summary The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team, learning diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under senior technicians. The role involves schedule maintenance, inspections, customer interaction, and high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment.

Pay Range $19.55 – $29.33 per hour (flat‑rate pay with performance bonuses)

Responsibilities

Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.

Inspect steering, suspension, and brake systems.

Install batteries and check electrical systems.

Perform tire maintenance and install parts.

Road test vehicles.

Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications (A1–A8) within the first two years of employment; company pays test fees and rewards each test passed.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic mechanical aptitude and drive to learn tasks.

Valid automobile driver's license; able to drive customer and company vehicles.

Understanding of general maintenance and tire repair: oil changes, basic inspections, tire repair.

Reading, writing, and math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years automotive repair experience or completion of a vocational‑technical program or equivalent certification.

A.S.E. certification or equivalent external qualifications.

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.

Daily pay program available.

Values

Professional Development.

Community Involvement.

Integrity & Teamwork.

Employment Eligibility If hired, a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification will be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or sponsorship need may disqualify you.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

Industry Retail

Equal Employment Opportunity Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals, regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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