Automotive Technician

3M HEALTHCARE; Watauga (TN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision from day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our service team. Under guidance of experienced technicians, you will learn diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance, performing inspections and communicating repair needs to customers.

This role offers hands-on training and a clear path to ASE certifications with company support within two years, helping you build a solid automotive service foundation while contributing to a busy shop.

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, and 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.
• 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 are paid by the company; technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

Skills

Mechanical basics

Driver's license

Reading and math basics

Education

Vocational-Technical School program

ASE certification or equivalent training

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, Bridgestone Retail Operations offers a career built on formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan.

Position Summary

The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, you will learn foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. The role involves routine inspections, vehicle assessments, and repair procedures, as well as interacting with customers to explain repair procedures, answer inquiries, and provide exceptional service. This position offers a unique opportunity to build a solid foundation in automotive repair while contributing to the overall success of our team.

Pay Range

$16.63 – $24.99 per hour. Technicians enjoy a performance‑based compensation model known as flat‑rate pay, providing a predetermined amount for each eligible task and fostering efficiency and swift task accomplishment.

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 are paid by the company; technicians receive a 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, and 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 pay (daily pay) program available.

EEO Statement

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.