Automotive Technician

Bridgestone; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known automotive services company in Mountain View, CA is seeking an Automotive Technician. This entry-level role involves hands-on learning in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. Responsibilities include performing maintenance services, vehicle inspections, and interacting with customers. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license and a basic understanding of automotive services. Competitive pay and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision from day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Customer service skills

Reading and writing skills

Education

Vocational-Technical School 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 to help build towards your future. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams and building a diverse team as diverse as the world we serve.

Job Category: Retail

Position Summary

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, you learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. This role involves hands-on learning to address various automotive systems and services, routine inspections, 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 is an opportunity to build a solid foundation in automotive repair while contributing to the team’s success. Pay Range: $20.40 - $30.60. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model (flat-rate pay) that rewards for each eligible task. The 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.
• Road test vehicles.
• Obtain or maintain A.S.E. 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 or fail. Technicians receive bonus 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, repairing tires.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of 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

Values and Culture

• Professional Development: Resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement: We work with local communities and give back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Do things right, together.

Employment Eligibility

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. 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.