Entry-Level Automotive Technician – Training & Growth

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 50,145,000 - 75,360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation

ASE certifications

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Texas is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles as part of our service team. Under supervision, you’ll learn hands-on skills, participate in inspections, repairs, and customer interactions, delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a flat-rate pay model ranging from $17.50 to $26.30 per hour, with benefits starting day one, training, ASE certifications, and a supportive environment that

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.
• 2 years of automotive repair experience, Vocational-Technical School program in a related field or demonstrated skills via third party certificates/assessment (preferred).
• A.S.E certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications (preferred).

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.
• Pursue ASE certifications within first two years of employment (company pays tests and fees).

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Automotive maintenance

Education

ASE certification (preferred)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Texas is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles as part of our service team. Under supervision, you’ll learn hands-on skills, participate in inspections, repairs, and customer interactions, delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a flat-rate pay model ranging from $17.50 to $26.30 per hour, with benefits starting day one, training, ASE certifications, and a supportive environment that