Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC; Budd Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 26,932 - 40,405; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) match

On-the-job training

Daily pay program available

Job summary

A prominent retail automotive service provider is seeking an Automotive Technician in Budd Lake, NJ to join their team. This entry-level position will involve diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. The technician will perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and quality repairs in a fast-paced environment, while learning from experienced professionals. Benefits include paid training, performance incentives, and medical coverage starting day one. Join us to advance your automotive career with a flexible schedule and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license necessary for driving customer and company vehicles.
• Ability to perform oil changes and basic inspections.
• Willingness to obtain ASE certifications within the first two years.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Inspect steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Road test vehicles.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Understanding of general maintenance

Driver's license

Communication skills

Education

Automotive vocational-technical program

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 sales exceeding $4.5 billion in tire and auto service, BSRO offers a career that values teammates, provides formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages, and a 401(k) plan.

Job Category

Retail

Position Summary

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team, learning diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under senior technicians. The role involves schedule maintenance, inspections, customer interaction, and high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment.

Pay Range

$19.55 – $29.33 per hour (flat‑rate pay with performance bonuses)

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Inspect steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform tire maintenance and install parts.
• Road test vehicles.
• Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications (A1–A8) within the first two years of employment; company pays test fees and rewards each test passed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and drive to learn tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license; able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Understanding of general maintenance and tire repair: oil changes, basic inspections, tire repair.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years automotive repair experience or completion of a vocational‑technical program or equivalent certification.
• A.S.E. certification or equivalent external qualifications.

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.
• Daily pay program available.

Values

• Professional Development.
• Community Involvement.
• Integrity & Teamwork.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification will be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or sponsorship need may disqualify you.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Retail

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals, regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.