Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 21,697 - 32,607; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision from day one

Paid vacation and holidays

Company-funded ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay program available

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking an Automotive Technician in Owensboro, Kentucky. The role involves performing routine inspections, handling vehicle maintenance, and providing exceptional service to customers. The position offers a starting pay between $15.75 and $23.67 per hour, along with a sign-on bonus of $1,000. Benefits include health insurance from day one, paid vacations, and company-funded ASE certifications. Join a leading company in the retail automotive sector and build a fruitful career.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform other scheduled maintenance services.
• Perform inspections of steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certification within first two years of employment.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Reading, writing, and math skills

Education

Completion of vocational-technical school 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 locations across North America and more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales, BSRO is the right place to build a career.

Job Category

Retail

Position Summary

Sign‑on bonus of $1,000.00 (for all new hires). The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within the automotive service team, learning and developing foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. Responsibilities include routine inspections, vehicle assessments and repair procedures while interacting with customers to explain repair procedures and provide exceptional service.

Pay Range

$15.75 – $23.67 per hour. Flat‑rate pay based on performance.

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. certification in at least one of A1–A8 within first two years of employment; company pays tests and registration fees and pays a bonus for each test passed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services, including oil changes, basic inspections and 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.
• Daily pay (on‑demand pay) program available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

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.