Automotive Technician — Sign-On Bonus & Growth Path

Bridgestone; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting 

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician in Reno, NV, to learn and perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance tasks under experienced technicians. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, customer interaction, and delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

This position features a flat-rate pay model with a sign-on bonus for new teammates and a pay range of $18.38–$27.62 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be able 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 and tire repair services, including oil changes, basic inspections, and repairing tires.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.
• 2 years of automotive repair experience (preferred).
• ASE certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications (preferred).

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.
• Pursue ASE certifications within two years with company support.

Skills

Ability to learn basic mechanical task

Driver's license

Automotive maintenance basics

Reading, writing, and math skills

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Technician in Reno, NV, to learn and perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance tasks under experienced technicians. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, customer interaction, and delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

This position features a flat-rate pay model with a sign-on bonus for new teammates and a pay range of $18.38–$27.62 per hour.