Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone Americas; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 21,821 - 32,731; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is hiring a Maintenance Technician in San Ramon, California. This entry-level position is crucial for servicing vehicles and offers full and part-time benefits from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

You will be part of a fantastic team diagnosing and repairing automotive components, performing routine maintenance, and more. A valid driver's license is necessary, and automotive experience is preferred. Join a company committed to career growth and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid driver's license to operate vehicles.
• Experience in automotive service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive components.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance.
• Install and maintain tires.

Skills

Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks

Experience in the automotive service industry

Valid automobile driver's license

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. Full‑ and part‑time benefits are available from day one, including a tool program discount.

Pay Range: $15.84 – $23.76 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 maintain tires.
• 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 coverage 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.

Employment Eligibility

Applicants must complete a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification 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 expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.