Entry-Level Automotive Technician — On-the-Job Training

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation

ASE certifications

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our BSRO automotive service team.

You will learn and apply foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians, while delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment. In this role you will perform routine inspections, assist in repair procedures, and interact with customers to explain procedures and answer questions.

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.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.
• 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least one of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment (Tests and registration fees are paid for by company, pass or fail. Technicians receive bonus for each test passed)

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Reading/writing/math skills

Education

Vocational-Technical School

ASE certification or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our BSRO automotive service team.

You will learn and apply foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians, while delivering high‑quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment. In this role you will perform routine inspections, assist in repair procedures, and interact with customers to explain procedures and answer questions.