Bus Tire Service Technician

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision - StartingDay

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

401k match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is hiring Bus Tire Service Technicians to service a city’s transit fleet. You will perform tire maintenance on large transit bus tires, with a structured shift schedule based on location.

The role includes on-the-job training and opportunities to earn TIA certifications while contributing to public safety and mobility. The position emphasizes hands-on work in a physically active shop, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Hands-on, mechanically minded individuals to perform tire service on transit buses.
• Able to lift and move heavy tires and work in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Willingness to participate in safety trainings and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Mount, balance, rotate, and repair large transit bus tires.
• Maintain tire equipment and tools; keep operations running smoothly.
• Load and unload tires and related materials.
• Keep the work area clean and hazard-free; follow safety protocols.
• Attend team meetings and stay updated on procedures.
• Complete documentation and service logs accurately and on time.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Hands-on

Physically active

Job description

Company Overview

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a "Bridgestone West" strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Position Summary

Job Category Retail Position Summary Now Hiring: Bus Tire Service Technician Join a Team That Keeps the City Moving Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something big? We're looking for hands-on, mechanically minded individuals to become Bus Tire Service Technicians - essential players in keeping our city’s transit fleet running safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll get hands-on with some of the biggest tires in the business. Your work will directly support public safety and keep the transit buses ready. This position will perform tire maintenance and service on transit bus vehicles. This position requires a structured shift schedule, as assigned by the location based on shift availability.

Pay Range: $14.52 - $28.93

Responsibilities

• Mount, balance, rotate, and repair large transit bus tires.


• Maintain tire equipment and tools - we count on you to keep things running smoothly.


• Load and unload tires and related materials.


• Keeping the work area clean and hazard-free - safety is always first.


• Participate in team meetings and stay up to date on procedures.


• Complete documentation and service logs accurately and on time.


• Use personal protective equipment and follow all safety protocols.


• Tackle other tasks as needed - there’s always something to learn.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Direct Impact - your work helps keep buses safe and millions of riders moving.

Growth built in - earn TIA certifications (Levels 2 & 3) and gain experience to advance to higher technician levels.

Team environment - work with supportive colleagues who take pride in what they do.

Minimum Qualifications

What It Takes We're looking for someone who’s not afraid to get their hands dirty and thrives in a fast-paced, physically active environment.

Physical Demands

Frequent bending, lifting, and moving tires over 50 pounds (and pushing with over 100 lbs. of force). Exposure to heat in summer, cold in winter, and common cleaning or lubrication chemicals. Comfortable working with tools and machines in a shop environment. Repetitive and sustained exertions, forceful exertions, awkward postures, mechanical stress concentrations, vibrations.

Path to Progression

Full TIA Certification Pathway Provided: Gain recognized credentials paid for by us. TIA (Tire Industry Association) certification is a formal credentialing program aimed at raising technical standards among tire service professionals. Earn TIA Level 2 Certification within 2 weeks of hire. Complete TIA Level 3 Certification within 2 years.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision - Starting day 1 for all teammates


• Paid vacation and holidays


• On-the-job training


• 401k match


• On demand pay (daily pay) program available

Company Culture & Mission

At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.

What we offer At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality", for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you: A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. Corporate Social Responsibility activities. A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. An effective and inclusive team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

Company Background

Based in Nashville Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest tire and rubber company. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand tires to address the needs of a broad range of customers, including consumers, automotive and commercial vehicle original equipment manufacturers, and those in the agricultural, forestry and mining industries. The companies are also engaged in retreading operations throughout the Western Hemisphere and produce air springs, roofing materials, and industrial fibers and textiles. The Bridgestone Americas family of companies also operates the world’s largest chain of automotive tire and service centers. Guided by its global corporate social responsibility (CSR), commitment Our Way to Serve, Bridgestone embraces its responsibility as a global leader by striving to improve the way people move, live, work and play.