Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 26,518 - 39,853; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Toms River, New Jersey, is seeking an Automotive Technician to join their service team. This role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles while providing exceptional customer service. Candidates should possess mechanical aptitude and a commitment to quality workmanship. The position offers a starting pay range of $19.25 - $28.93 per hour and benefits including medical coverage from day one, paid vacations, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Perform inspections of steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Road test vehicles.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Customer interaction skills

Education

Vocational-technical program in automotive repair

A.S.E. certification

Tools

General automotive tools

Job description

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. You will perform routine inspections, contribute to vehicle assessments, assist in repair procedures, and interact with customers to explain repairs and provide exceptional service. This role demands mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment. Pay Range: $19.25 - $28.93. Technicians are paid via a flat‑rate system that rewards efficiency and swift task completion.

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 ASE certifications in at least one of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

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, and tire repair.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of automotive repair experience or completion of a vocational‑technical 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 coverage starting day 1.
• 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.

Employment Eligibility

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.

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.