Entry Level Automotive Technician - Norwich, CT

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Employee tire discounts

Job summary

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is hiring an Entry Level Automotive Technician in Norwich, CT. You will gain hands-on experience performing basic automotive services while delivering outstanding guest service.

No prior experience required; you will be trained in essential tire and vehicle maintenance, safety procedures, and customer-facing tasks. The role offers a path for fast-track career advancement within Goodyear's service network.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic automotive services such as mounting and balancing tires and oil changes.
• Learn and work with automotive technicians to service vehicles.
• Provide clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles to ensure satisfaction.
• Promote teamwork to meet guest expectations and safety standards.
• Maintain adherence to company policies on vehicle care and operation.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Ability to learn new automotive skills

Guest service

Clear communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The pay range for this position is $18- $23/hr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on factors. as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. Selected candidates may be eligible for a number of benefits, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, tuition assistance, sick and vacation time, as well as tire discounts.

Goodyear owns and operates more than 580 tire and auto service centers nationwide. We offer a fun, fast paced work environment, with competitive base pay. Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical plans, 401(k), certification reimbursement and paid vacations. At Goodyear we invest in you and your future by providing excellent training for our technician, sales team and management positions. We offer fast track career advancement opportunities for hard working, team players who can deliver results. If you are looking for more than a job, and begin your career with the tire and auto service innovation leader!

As an Entry Level Automotive Technician, you will gain hands-on experience in one of Goodyear's Auto Service centers by learning how to perform basic automotive services while delivering outstanding service.

Experience isn't required for this position. You will be trained in any skills required. We encourage you to allow us to invest in your success as you invest in ours. Start your career with us today

What's In It For You

• You will also become familiar with how to mount and balance tires, perform oil changes, and conduct additional automotive preventative maintenance.
• We offer a fun, fast paced work environment, with competitive base pay.
• Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical plans, 401(k), certification reimbursement and paid vacations.
• At Goodyear we invest in you and your future by providing excellent training for our technician, sales team and management positions. We offer fast track career advancement opportunities for hard working, team players who can deliver results.

Shift Information

Depending on location, our stores may be open 7 days a week, which may include weekends and some holidays

What do we consider?

• Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years of age
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.without company sponsorship now or in the future

What else do we consider?

• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions
• Display a commitment to learning new technologies within the rapidly changing automotive industry
• Commitment to following established safety policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Previous automotive preventative maintenance experience or Previous formal automotive training

About the Role: What skills will you learn?

• How to complete basic automotive services like mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, filters replacements, and more
• Train with mid and senior level automotive technicians to learn additional automotive services.
• Demonstrate excellent guest service, which includes providing clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles
• Promote teamwork to deliver on guest expectations
• Maintain strict adherence to company policy on vehicle care and operation
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time, which may include light and heavy lifting, including consumer tires and wheels, standing, bending, and squatting.

Application Process

• Within 5 minutes of applying, you'll get an email and text with a link to complete the prescreen questionnaire on any device.
• If you pass, you'll receive an invitation to schedule a phone or in-person interview.
• Your Goodyear application dashboard shows status updates and your recruiter's contact detail for assistance.