Automotive Technician: Training, ASE Path & Growth

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid vacation

ASE certifications

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Austin, TX is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles under the guidance of senior technicians. You will participate in routine inspections, assist with repairs, and communicate with customers to explain procedures.

This hands-on role builds foundational skills, with opportunities to earn ASE certifications through company-supported training; pay is flat-rate per task and aligns with regional rates.

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.

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 tasks

Valid driver's license

Reading, writing, math

Education

ASE certification or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Austin, TX is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles under the guidance of senior technicians. You will participate in routine inspections, assist with repairs, and communicate with customers to explain procedures.

This hands-on role builds foundational skills, with opportunities to earn ASE certifications through company-supported training; pay is flat-rate per task and aligns with regional rates.