Automotive Technician - Learn, Earn & ASE Certifications

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Park Forest (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On‑job training and ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay) program

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles within our service team. Under supervision, you will perform routine inspections, service oil changes, brake and tire work, and road test vehicles while pursuing ASE certification.

The role offers paid training, company-funded ASE certifications, medical/dental/vision benefits from day one, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan, and flexible scheduling in a fast-paced environment.

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.
• Inspect steering, suspension, and brake systems.
• Install batteries and check electrical systems.
• Perform tire maintenance.
• Install parts.
• Road test vehicles.
• Obtain or maintain A.S.E. 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

Driver's license

Reading writing math skills

Education

Vocational-Technical School program in a related field

ASE certification or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles within our service team. Under supervision, you will perform routine inspections, service oil changes, brake and tire work, and road test vehicles while pursuing ASE certification.

The role offers paid training, company-funded ASE certifications, medical/dental/vision benefits from day one, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan, and flexible scheduling in a fast-paced environment.