ASE-Certified Automotive Technician — Flexible Hours

Bridgestone; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision - Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician in Minnesota to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles. You will learn hands-on under experienced techs, perform routine inspections, and explain repairs to customers, delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast-paced shop.

We offer a $1,500 sign-on bonus for first‑time hires and a flat‑rate pay model with a regionally reflective rate.

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 & tire repair services including: Oil changes
• Basic inspections
• Repairing tires
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

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)

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Driver's license

Math & reading skills

Education

ASE certifications (preferred)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician in Minnesota to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles. You will learn hands-on under experienced techs, perform routine inspections, and explain repairs to customers, delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast-paced shop.

We offer a $1,500 sign-on bonus for first‑time hires and a flat‑rate pay model with a regionally reflective rate.