Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 27,731 - 41,672; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision starting day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is looking for an Automotive Technician in Buena Park, California. This position involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles, alongside regulatory responsibilities like inspections and customer service. You will receive a $1000 sign-on bonus, with a pay range of $20.13 to $30.25 per hour based on performance. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible schedules, and company-funded ASE certifications, ensuring a comprehensive support system for your career growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver’s license.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Perform inspections of steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform tire maintenance.
• Road test vehicles.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Education

ASE certification or equivalent

Vocational-Technical program

Job description

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. We offer formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan. We believe in bringing people together and supporting diverse perspectives to serve society with superior quality.

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. Responsibilities include routine inspections, contributing to vehicle assessments, and assisting in repair procedures. You may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service. This role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a solid foundation in automotive repair and contributes to the team’s success.

SIGN-ON BONUS $1000 (New Hires Only)

Pay Range: $20.13 – $30.25 per hour. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compressed pay model (flat-rate) based on task productivity. These rates reflect average productivity by region.

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.
• Alignments – must
• Road test vehicles.
• Obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least one of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment (tests and registrations fees are paid for by the company; pass/fail consideration applies; technicians receive bonuses for each test passed).

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to learn mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of automotive repair experience or completion of a related Vocational-Technical program, or demonstrated skills via third-party certificates/assessments.
• ASE certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

Benefits and Culture

• 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

Our Values

• Professional Development
• Community Involvement
• Integrity & Teamwork

Equal Opportunity Notice

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.