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Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC

Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC, Livonia, Michigan, us, 48153

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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 training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan. We value bringing our whole self to work and champion diverse perspectives, individuals and teams.

We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. Who you are is what we need.

Job Category

Retail

Position Summary

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. You will 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. You may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service. This role demands mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment. This position offers an opportunity to build a solid foundation in automotive repair while contributing to the team’s success.

Pay Range: $18.38 - $27.62

Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering efficiency and fair compensation. 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least one of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment (Tests and registrations fees are paid for by company; pass or fail. Technicians receive 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 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

Our Values and Culture

Professional Development: Resources to help you level up.

Community Involvement: We work with local communities and give back where we can.

Integrity & Teamwork: Do things right, always, together.

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.

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