Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone Americas; Jeffersontown (KY); On-site; USD 17,275 - 25,912; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision from day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay program

Job summary

A leading tire and auto service company in Jeffersontown, Kentucky is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician. This role is ideal for individuals looking to invest in their automotive career with competitive pay range of $12.54 - $18.81 per hour. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing vehicles, performing maintenance, and installing automotive parts. Comprehensive benefits start on day one, making this a great opportunity for aspiring technicians.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• Experience in the automotive service industry is preferred.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive issues including brakes and alignments.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Road test vehicles.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Driving skills

Automotive service knowledge

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. STOP looking for a job and START investing in your career as a Maintenance Technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care! Full and Part-time benefits available from day one - including tool program discounts!

Pay Range

$12.54 - $18.81

Compensation Commitment

Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.

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 our 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 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.