Automotive Technician

About the Team

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is a cornerstone of Bridgestone Americas, employing over 22,000 teammates across more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, and Wheel Works locations. With over $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales, we are dedicated to our mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality." We believe that people can only provide superior service when they are supported and allowed to bring their whole selves to work. We champion all perspectives and are building a team as diverse as the world we serve.

About the Role

As an Automotive Technician, you will play a pivotal role within our automotive service team. This position is designed for individuals eager to learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, you will engage in hands-on learning to address various automotive systems. Your day will involve routine inspections, vehicle assessments, and assisting in repair procedures, all while contributing to a fast-paced environment that demands mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Beyond the technical work, you will have the opportunity to interact with customers, explaining repair procedures and providing exceptional service. This role offers a unique opportunity to build a solid foundation in automotive repair while contributing to the overall success of our team. We foster a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment through our performance-based flat-rate pay model, ensuring you are fairly rewarded for your expertise and dedication.

Our Culture and Values

At Bridgestone, we are committed to fostering co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. We offer a supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team, along with regular mentorship and professional development resources to help you level up at any stage of your career. We also pride ourselves on community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.

We believe in "Free to Be"—creating an environment where you can be your authentic self. We are a diverse and inclusive team that values agility, work/life effectiveness, and long-term well-being.

Hiring Process and Application

To join our team, please submit your application highlighting your mechanical aptitude and commitment to quality. We look for individuals who are ready to learn, hold a valid automobile driver's license, and possess basic reading, writing, and math skills. We are committed to fair and lawful compensation practices, and all employees receive pay that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Note: 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.