Automotive Technician — ASE Training & Flexible Hours

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Rockford (IL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Rockford, IL is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair and maintain vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. You will learn hands-on and address various systems while delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

Pay ranges from $20.00 to $31.25 per hour, with a performance-based flat-rate pay structure. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires, and benefits include medical, dental and vision

Qualifications

• 2 years of automotive repair experience preferred or completion of Vocational-Technical School program in a related field.
• Must have basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn basic tasks.
• Reading, writing and math skills required.

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.
• Pursue ASE certifications within first two years of employment; tests and fees paid by the company; bonuses for tests passed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Automotive maintenance basics

Tire repair

Education

Vocational-Technical School program in related field

ASE certification or equivalent external qualifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Rockford, IL is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair and maintain vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. You will learn hands-on and address various systems while delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

Pay ranges from $20.00 to $31.25 per hour, with a performance-based flat-rate pay structure. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires, and benefits include medical, dental and vision