Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC
Sales and Service Technician
Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
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 provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan to help build toward your future. We champion all perspectives and build a team as diverse as the world we serve.
Position Summary
The retail Sales and Service Technician (SST) is a unique hybrid role for stores and is intended as a key pipeline for future career‑growth within Firestone Complete Auto Care. This role is primarily responsible for serving the customer through assessing needs, recommending appropriate products and/or services, performing entry‑level vehicle services, and ensuring customer satisfaction through thorough and timely completion of services.
Responsibilities
Customer service, sales and customer issue resolution – 75 %. Basic vehicle service tasks such as oil changes, tire changes, fluid service – 25 %. Store operations, opening/closing, inventory, displays – as needed basis. Growth and Career Development
May assist Manager or act as Manager‑On‑Duty in certain circumstances to support development. Learn all aspects of store operations and flex between front/back shop tasks. Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid automobile driver’s license. Customer service and career growth mindset. Ability to learn and perform basic vehicle service tasks. Ability to learn and operate store systems. Preferred Qualifications
2‑year degree or non‑traditional education through training program completion, certification, or other exhibiting the growth mindset that is needed in this candidate. Previous consumer retail sales experience. Previous automotive experience a plus. Previous management/supervisory experience a plus. 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. EEO Statement
Bridgestone is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment regardless of protected characteristics. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
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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 provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan to help build toward your future. We champion all perspectives and build a team as diverse as the world we serve.
Position Summary
The retail Sales and Service Technician (SST) is a unique hybrid role for stores and is intended as a key pipeline for future career‑growth within Firestone Complete Auto Care. This role is primarily responsible for serving the customer through assessing needs, recommending appropriate products and/or services, performing entry‑level vehicle services, and ensuring customer satisfaction through thorough and timely completion of services.
Responsibilities
Customer service, sales and customer issue resolution – 75 %. Basic vehicle service tasks such as oil changes, tire changes, fluid service – 25 %. Store operations, opening/closing, inventory, displays – as needed basis. Growth and Career Development
May assist Manager or act as Manager‑On‑Duty in certain circumstances to support development. Learn all aspects of store operations and flex between front/back shop tasks. Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid automobile driver’s license. Customer service and career growth mindset. Ability to learn and perform basic vehicle service tasks. Ability to learn and operate store systems. Preferred Qualifications
2‑year degree or non‑traditional education through training program completion, certification, or other exhibiting the growth mindset that is needed in this candidate. Previous consumer retail sales experience. Previous automotive experience a plus. Previous management/supervisory experience a plus. 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. EEO Statement
Bridgestone is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment regardless of protected characteristics. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
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