Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 26,518 - 39,853; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Des Plaines, IL is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles while learning foundational service skills in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform oil changes, inspect steering, suspension and brakes, install batteries, handle tire maintenance, and road test vehicles. A valid driver license is required, and ASE certifications are encouraged and funded by the company.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid drivers license must be maintained at all times.
• Understanding of oil changes, basic inspections, and tire repair services.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform other scheduled maintenance services.
• Inspect steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform tire maintenance.
• Install parts.
• Road test vehicles.
• Obtain or maintain ASE certifications within the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees paid by the company; bonuses for each test passed).

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Automotive basics

Tire repair

Job description

Position Summary

Sign-on bonus of $1,500! (first time hires)

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. You learn foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles, while assisting in routine inspections, vehicle assessments, and repair procedures. The role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Range: $19.25 - $28.93. Technicians use a performance‑based flat‑rate compensation model, rewarding them with a predetermined amount for each eligible task.

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 A.S.E. certifications in at least one of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees are paid by the company; bonuses are awarded 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 and tire repair services, including:
  • Oil changes
  • Basic inspections
  • Repairing tires
• 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. We consider all individuals for employment 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.