Automotive Technician: Hands-On Training & Growth

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training and ASE workshops

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles within our service team. Learn under experienced technicians through hands-on tasks, perform routine inspections, and assist in repairs while delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers flat-rate pay with a performance-based system and opportunities to obtain ASE certifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Basic understanding of 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.
• Inspect 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 company; bonuses for tests passed.

Skills

Basic mechanical tasks

Driver's license

Reading, writing, math skills

Oil changes knowledge

Education

Vocational-Technical School automotive program

ASE certification or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles within our service team. Learn under experienced technicians through hands-on tasks, perform routine inspections, and assist in repairs while delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers flat-rate pay with a performance-based system and opportunities to obtain ASE certifications.