Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 25,320 - 38,049; 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

On-demand daily pay program

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider is seeking an Automotive Technician in Norristown, PA. This role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles, with hands-on learning to assist in various automotive systems. Candidates should have a valid driver's license and basic mechanical understanding. The position offers a competitive pay range of $18.38 – $27.62 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, paid vacation, and ASE certification support. Join a dynamic team where career growth is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times.
• Basic understanding of automotive maintenance and tire repair services.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

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.
• Road test vehicles.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Automotive maintenance

Tire repair services

Reading and writing skills

Math skills

Education

Vocational-technical school program

A.S.E. certification

Job description

Automotive Technician – Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC

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 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.

Job Category
Retail

Position Summary
The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. As a vital member, you learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, this role involves hands‑on learning to address various automotive systems and services. Automotive Technicians participate in routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, and assist in repair procedures. Additionally, Automotive Technicians may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service.

Pay Range
$18.38 – $27.62 per hour. Flat‑rate pay model rewards each eligible task with a predetermined amount.

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 (Test and registration fees are paid by company; bonuses awarded for tests 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 daily pay program available.

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 a need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.