Entry Level Automotive Technician - Spanish Fort, AL

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Spanish Fort (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

401(k)

Certification reimbursement

Paid vacations

Job summary

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is looking for an Entry Level Automotive Technician to join our team in Spanish Fort, Alabama. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in basic automotive services such as tire mounting, oil changes, and preventative maintenance. No prior experience is required as we provide training.

We offer a competitive base pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and fast-track career advancement opportunities for dedicated team players. Join us in a fun, fast-paced work environment where we invest in your future!

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic automotive services like mounting and balancing tires.
• Train with mid and senior level automotive technicians.
• Demonstrate excellent guest service and communication.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Entry Level Automotive Technician

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.

What’s in it for you

• You will 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 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.

Responsibilities

• How to complete basic automotive services like mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, filter 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.