Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas; Winterville (NC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Vacation & Holidays

ASE certifications

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is hiring Automotive Technicians to diagnose, repair and maintain vehicles within a fast-paced service team. You will learn hands-on tasks under experienced staff, perform routine inspections, and communicate with customers about repairs and guidance.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, attention to detail and delivering high-quality workmanship. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, paid time off, and opportunities for ASE certification.

Qualifications

• Learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license at all times.
• General automotive maintenance knowledge: oil changes, basic inspections, tire repair.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and scheduled maintenance.
• Inspect steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform tire maintenance.
• Install parts.
• Road test vehicles.
• Pursue ASE certifications within first two years (tests paid by company).

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Valid driver’s license

Reading, writing & math

Willingness to learn

Education

Vocational-Technical School program in automotive

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 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. Overall, this role demands a combination of mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment. This role offers a unique opportunity for individuals to build a solid foundation in automotive repair while contributing to the overall success of our team.

Compensation

Pay Range: $15.75 - $23.67. Our technicians enjoy a performance‑based compensation model known as flat‑rate pay. This system rewards our skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment, ensuring you're fairly rewarded for your expertise and dedication. These rates reflect average productivity by region.

Equity & Fair Pay

Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the 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 first two years of employment (Tests and registration fees are paid for by company; pass or fail. Technicians receive 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
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of 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

Employment Eligibility

If hired, 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.