Automotive Technician - Hands-On Training & ASE Pathway

Bridgestone; South Toledo Bend (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

ASE certifications

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our service team. You will learn to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles under guidance, performing oil changes, inspections, and tire work while engaging with customers to explain repairs and deliver quality workmanship.

The role offers a flat-rate pay model with an hourly range of $19.00–$29.69, with company-wide commitment to fair pay and opportunities for ASE certifications, with training and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to learn basic mechanical tasks and perform oil changes.
• Must have valid driver's license and ability to drive company vehicles.
• Basic understanding of automotive maintenance and tire repair services.
• 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 aptitude

Valid driver's license

Reading/writing/math skills

Education

Vocational-Technical School program

ASE certification or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our service team. You will learn to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles under guidance, performing oil changes, inspections, and tire work while engaging with customers to explain repairs and deliver quality workmanship.

The role offers a flat-rate pay model with an hourly range of $19.00–$29.69, with company-wide commitment to fair pay and opportunities for ASE certifications, with training and benefits.