Automotive Technician – Hands-On Training & ASE Path

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; New London (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid vacation & holidays

ASE certifications on-the-job

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our service team. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under guidance from senior technicians, with hands-on learning and customer interactions to explain repair procedures.

Salary range listed as $22.00 to $34.38 per hour. The position offers training, potential ASE certification, and opportunities for growth within a large, global tire and automotive service network.

Qualifications

• Must have basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn maintenance 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 including oil changes, inspections, tire repair and reading/writing/math skills.
• ASE certification or related external qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Inspect steering, suspension and brake systems.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform tire maintenance.
• Install parts and road test vehicles.
• Pursue ASE certifications within first two years with company support.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading/writing/math

Education

ASE certification

Vocational-Technical school

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our service team. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under guidance from senior technicians, with hands-on learning and customer interactions to explain repair procedures.

Salary range listed as $22.00 to $34.38 per hour. The position offers training, potential ASE certification, and opportunities for growth within a large, global tire and automotive service network.