Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Saddle Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 45,387,787 - 68,082,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision – starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On‑the‑job training and ASEcerts

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On‑demand pay (daily pay) program

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician in New Jersey. This full-time/part-time role supports a team servicing vehicles, with a pay range of $15.84–$23.76 per hour and benefits available from day one.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing basic automotive systems, oil changes, tire installation, electrical checks, and road testing vehicles. Valid driver's license and prior automotive experience are preferred, with on-the-job training and

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive company vehicles.
• Experience in automotive service industry preferred.
• Reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive systems, including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, exhaust and electrical.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and maintain tires.
• Install batteries, shock absorbers and check electrical systems.
• Road test vehicles.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Driver's license

Automotive service experience

Reading writing math

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 a leader in the industry.

Job Category

Retail

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is an entry‑level position that is integral to a team servicing vehicles. Full‑time and part‑time benefits are available from day one.

Pay Range: $15.84 – $23.76

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 systems, including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, exhaust and electrical.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and maintain tires.
• Install batteries, shock absorbers and check electrical systems.
• Road test vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver’s license and willingness to drive company vehicles.
• Experience in the 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.

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.