Automotive Technician - ASE Training & Sign-On Bonus

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

ASE certifications funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our service team in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You will learn and perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance with guidance from seasoned technicians, explaining procedures to customers as needed.

The role supports ASE certification progress, vehicle inspections, and safe operation of shop equipment, with opportunities for growth, on-the-job training, and competitive pay.

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.

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

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Valid driver's license

Automotive maintenance

Tire repair

Oil changes

Basic math skills

Reading & writing

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our service team in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You will learn and perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance with guidance from seasoned technicians, explaining procedures to customers as needed.

The role supports ASE certification progress, vehicle inspections, and safe operation of shop equipment, with opportunities for growth, on-the-job training, and competitive pay.