Automotive Technician - ASE Training & Flexible Hours

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision - Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. seeks an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair and maintain vehicles with guidance from experienced technicians. You will engage in routine inspections, electrical checks, and tire-related services, delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes learning foundational skills, customer communication, and potential ASE certification within two years, supported by company training and a performance-based pay model.

Qualifications

• Must have basic mechanical task skills and safety awareness.
• Valid driver's license required; must be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Basic knowledge of oil changes, tire repair, and general maintenance.
• Ability to read, write, and do simple math.

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 registrations fees are paid for by company pass or fail. Technicians receive bonus for each test passed)

Skills

Basic mechanics

Driver's license

Auto maintenance

Oil changes

Inspections

Tire repair

Reading & math

Education

Vocational-Technical School

ASE certification

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. seeks an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair and maintain vehicles with guidance from experienced technicians. You will engage in routine inspections, electrical checks, and tire-related services, delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes learning foundational skills, customer communication, and potential ASE certification within two years, supported by company training and a performance-based pay model.