Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Alaska; On-site; USD 22,909 - 34,426; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

401(k) match

Daily pay program available

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Technician in Alaska to join their automotive service team. The role involves learning to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles with emphasis on foundational skills. You will conduct inspections and maintenance, perform tire services, and pursue A.S.E. certification. Benefits include medical coverage from day one, paid vacation, and flexible schedules. This position offers performance-based pay between $16.63 and $24.99 per hour, demonstrating Bridgestone's commitment to fair compensation practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license.
• Basic understanding of automotive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance.
• Perform inspections of steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Obtain or maintain an A.S.E. certification within two years.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Oil changes

Tire repair services

Reading, writing, and math skills

Education

Vocational-Technical School program

A.S.E. certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. You will learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. This role involves routine inspections, vehicle assessments, and repair procedures, and may include customer interaction to explain procedures and answer inquiries. Performance-based compensation is offered via a flat‑rate pay model, with pay ranging from $16.63 to $24.99 per hour, reflecting average productivity by region.

Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform other scheduled maintenance services.
• Perform inspections of steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform tire maintenance.
• Install parts.
• Road test vehicles.
• Obtain or maintain an A.S.E. certification in at least one of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment (company pays test fees; bonus provided for each test passed).

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.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services, including oil changes, basic inspections, and tire repair.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of a Vocational‑Technical School program in a related field, or demonstrated skills via third‑party certificates/assessment.
• A.S.E. certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

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.

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.

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.