Mid Level Automotive Technician - Akron, OH

GOODYEAR Career Sites Springboard; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Tire Discounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Goodyear is seeking a Mid-Level Automotive Technician in Akron, OH. This role involves hands-on diagnostics, brake repairs, and routine maintenance in a fast-paced auto service center.

You will gain experience across brakes, alignments, and ongoing learning of the automotive industry, with opportunities for fast-track career advancement for motivated team players.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of automotive experience including brake repairs, fluid flushes, and preventative maintenance.
• 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.
• Display a commitment to learning new technologies within the rapidly changing automotive industry.
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions.
• Commitment to following established safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• How to perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, system diagnostics, and problem-solving, brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, and tire installation.
• Demonstrate excellent guest service, which includes providing clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior automotive technicians.
• Document all work performed on the repair order.
• Report any safety issues immediately to management.
• Promote teamwork to deliver times and accurate guest care during all operating hours.
• 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.

Skills

Automotive experience

Brake repairs

Preventative maintenance

Diagnostics

Road tests

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location

1800 Buchholzer Blvd. Akron, OH 44310

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Compensation is based on experience, skills, qualifications, and market factors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Tire Discounts
• Life & Disability Insurance

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.

As a Mid-Level Automotive Technician, you will gain hands‑on experience in one of Goodyear's Auto Service centers by utilizing a mechanical aptitude to diagnose technical issues while delivering outstanding service.

You will become familiar with brakes, alignments, and continually learn in the rapidly changing automotive industry.

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?

• Minimum 1 year of automotive experience including brake repairs, fluid flushes, and preventative maintenance.
• 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?

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

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• ASE Certification.
• Previous experience diagnosing vehicles and performing road tests.
• Previous electrical, air conditioning, and primary and advanced fuel ignition experience.

About the Role

• How to perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, system diagnostics, and problem-solving, brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, and tire installation.
• Demonstrate excellent guest service, which includes providing clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior automotive technicians.
• Document all work performed on the repair order.
• Report any safety issues immediately to management.
• Promote teamwork to deliver times and accurate guest care during all operating hours.
• 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.