Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone Americas; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 17,275 - 25,912; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Paid Vacation

On-the-job Training

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Maintenance Technician for their Firestone Complete Auto Care locations in Sanford, North Carolina. This entry-level position offers a chance to learn and grow in automotive servicing, from diagnosing repairs to performing maintenance.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, paid vacation, on‑the‑job training, and a flexible work schedule. Join a supportive team and invest in your career!

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license required.
• Experience in automotive service industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive issues including brakes and alignments.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Reading skills

Writing skills

Mathematical skills

Driving skills

Job description

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is an entry level position in which you will be an integral part of a fantastic team servicing vehicles. STOP looking for a job and START investing in your career as a Maintenance Technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care! Full and Part‑time benefits available from day one - including tool program discounts! Pay Range: $12.54 - $18.81

Job Category

Retail

Compensation Practices

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 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.
• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long‑term well‑being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

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.