Automotive Technician

3M HEALTHCARE; Ridgedale (KY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision – starting日

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks an Automotive Technician to join our service team. Learn and apply skills in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining vehicles under guidance, delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform routine inspections, engage with customers to explain repairs, and work with a team focused on safety and customer satisfaction. A.S.E. certification pursuit is supported by the company, with training and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services, including oil changes, basic inspections, repairing tires.

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.
• Pursue ASE certifications (A1–A8) within the first two years; company pays tests/registration fees and bonuses for tests passed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Reading & math skills

Education

Vocational-technical school program

ASE certification or equivalent

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 $4.5billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. We serve society with superior quality and provide competitive pay, formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, a 401(k) plan, and a 401(k) match to help build toward your future.

Position Summary

Sign‑on bonus of $1,500 (first‑time hires). 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, they may interact with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service. This role demands mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment.

Pay

Pay Range: $19.25–$28.93 per hour. Our technicians enjoy a performance‑based compensation model known as flat‑rate pay, rewarding each task with a predetermined amount. These rates reflect average productivity by region. Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices; all employees receive pay that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements.

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 paid by company; bonus for each test passed).

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Valid automobile driver’s license and ability 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

• 2years of automotive repair experience, completion of a vocational‑technical school program in a related field or demonstration of skills via third‑party certificates/assessment.
• A.S.E. certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision – starting day1 for all teammates.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On‑the‑job training and company‑funded A.S.E. certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.

Values

• Give Back to You – professional development resources for all career stages.
• Community Involvement – pride in local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork – our commitment to doing things right, together.
• Free to Be – advance diversity, inclusion, and encouragement of authentic selves.

What We Offer

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
• Opportunities for development and growth through training and mentorship.
• Corporate social responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Work/life effectiveness and long‑term well‑being support.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

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 expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a FormI-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.