Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone Americas; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 16,365 - 24,548; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1

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

Professional development resources

Community involvement opportunities

Integrity & teamwork culture

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Oklahoma City, OK. This entry-level role is essential for servicing vehicles, including tasks such as diagnosing automotive components, changing oil, and installing tires. Benefits available from day one include flexible schedules, medical/dental/vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan to help you build for your future. The ideal candidate will have a valid driver's license and preferably some experience in the automotive field.

Qualifications

• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times.
• Experience in the automotive service industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive components.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform road tests on vehicles.

Skills

Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks

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, BSRO is the right place to build a career. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages, and a 401(k) plan to help build toward your future.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is an entry‑level position in which you will be an integral part of a team servicing vehicles. Full and part‑time benefits are available from day one, including tool program discounts.

Pay Range: $11.88 – $17.82 per hour

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive components including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, exhaust and electrical systems.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.
• Install batteries, shock absorbers and check electrical systems.
• Perform road tests on vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Experience in the automotive service industry preferred.
• Reading, writing and math skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1.
• 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.
• Professional development resources.
• Community involvement opportunities.
• Integrity & teamwork culture.

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.

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.