Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team. This entry-level role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow in the automotive service field. You'll be responsible for diagnosing and repairing various vehicle issues, performing maintenance services, and ensuring customer satisfaction. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work environment, this company provides comprehensive benefits from day one, including healthcare and a 401(k) plan. If you're passionate about cars and eager to develop your skills, this position is a great starting point for your career.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

Company-funded ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay program

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring ability to learn mechanical tasks.
• Experience in automotive service industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive issues including brakes and electrical systems.
• Perform scheduled maintenance services and tire maintenance.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Reading skills

Writing skills

Math skills

Education

Valid automobile driver's license

Tools

Automotive tools

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 $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve.

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: $15.36 - $23.04

Responsibilities

• Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive issues including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, exhaust, and electrical systems.
• 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 Requirements

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

OUR CREW KNOWS 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

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 our local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together.