Maintenance Technician

bridgestone; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a skilled Multi Craft Industrial Maintenance Technician to support safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production and facility equipment at our facility.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC systems in a hands-on environment. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to read technical documents, perform preventive and corrective

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or multi-craft technician experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong competency in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC/automation systems.
• Ability to read technical documentation and troubleshoot equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to support production needs, including potential overtime or shift work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on industrial machinery and auxiliary systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, e.g., 480V motors, VFDs, AC/DC drives, sensors, power distribution, etc.
• Diagnose and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems, e.g., pumps, valves, actuators, fluid controls, etc.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment, e.g., gearboxes, conveyors, bearings, etc.
• Maintain and repair PLC systems and automation controls, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal functionality.
• Utilize technical documentation such as schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, ladder logic diagrams, and OEM manuals.
• Safely use diagnostic equipment including multimeters, ammeters, megohmmeter, and/or other testing tools.
• Support root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts to enhance reliability and equipment performance.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC/Automation

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Tools

Multimeter

Megohmmeter

Electrical testing tools

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.

Business Unit

Firestone Tubes

Management Level

Non-Management

Job Category

Production & Skilled Trades

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Multi Craft Industrial Maintenance Technician to support safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all production and facility equipment. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC systems, and automation in an industrial environment. The ideal candidate is a hands on problem solver with strong technical aptitude and the ability to diagnose issues quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on industrial machinery and auxiliary systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, e.g., 480V motors, VFDs, AC/DC drives, sensors, power distribution, etc.
• Diagnose and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems, e.g., pumps, valves, actuators, fluid controls, etc.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment, e.g., gearboxes, conveyors, bearings, etc.
• Maintain and repair PLC systems and automation controls, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal functionality.
• Utilize technical documentation such as schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, ladder logic diagrams, and OEM manuals.
• Safely use diagnostic equipment including multimeters, ammeters, megohmmeter, and/or other testing tools.
• Support root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts to enhance reliability and equipment performance.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or multi‑craft technician experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong competency in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC/automation systems.
• Ability to read technical documentation and troubleshoot equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to support production needs, including potential overtime or shift work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self 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. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. 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.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of 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.