Automotive Technician: $1K Sign-On, Training & Growth

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid vacation & holidays

ASE certifications

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our Bridgestone Retail Operations team. You will learn and perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance under supervision, delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay model with an hourly range of $15.75–$23.67, plus benefits and opportunities for ASE certifications.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance and tire repair services.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.
• 2 years automotive repair experience or related training preferred.
• ASE certification or equivalent training preferred.

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 first two years of employment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our Bridgestone Retail Operations team. You will learn and perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance under supervision, delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay model with an hourly range of $15.75–$23.67, plus benefits and opportunities for ASE certifications.