Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 18,184 - 27,276; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation

On-the-job training

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Grandview, Missouri, is hiring a Maintenance Technician. This entry-level position plays a crucial role in servicing vehicles as part of a dynamic team. You will diagnose and repair basic automotive issues, perform oil changes, and maintain tires.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, paid vacations, and a flexible work schedule. This is an opportunity to jumpstart your career in the automotive service industry with comprehensive on-the-job training and support.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid automobile driver's license.
• Experience in automotive service industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive systems.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Automotive service experience

Reading, writing, and math skills

Job description

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.

Job Category

Retail

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is an entry level position in which you will be an integral part of a fantastic team servicing vehicles. Full and Part-time benefits available from day one - including tool program discounts! Pay Range: $13.20 - $19.80

Responsibilities

• Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, exhaust, and electrical.
• Change oil and/or perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.
• Install batteries, shock absorbers, and check electrical systems.
• Road test vehicles.

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.
• Experience in automotive service industry preferred.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

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 Give Back to You

• Professional Development: No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork: We drive to do things right, always, together.

Employment Eligibility

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.

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.