Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone Americas; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tire and auto service company is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician in Knoxville, TN. The role includes diagnosing and repairing automotive systems, changing oil, and tire maintenance. Employees receive competitive benefits starting from day one, including healthcare, paid vacation, and on-the-job training. If you're passionate about cars and eager to learn, this is a great opportunity to begin your career in the automotive service industry.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems.
• Change oil and/or perform scheduled maintenance.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.

Job description

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 formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan. We strive to create an inclusive environment and support teammates to bring their whole selves to work.

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. This role offers full and part-time benefits from day one, including a tool program discount. Pay range: $11.52 - $17.28.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems 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 and Opportunities

• Professional Development: Resources to help you level up in your career.
• Community Involvement: Support for local communities.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Doing things right, together.

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.

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.