Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone • Owatonna, MN

5d

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is an entry-level position and an integral member of a team that services vehicles at Firestone Complete Auto Care. The role involves learning to perform basic automotive diagnosis and repairs, scheduled maintenance, tire services, and related vehicle checks. Full- and part-time benefits are available from day one, including tool program discounts. The stated pay range is $14.37–$22.45.

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), part of Bridgestone Americas, operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. Bridgestone describes a supportive, inclusive work environment focused on teamwork, professional development, community involvement, and its mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.”

Requirements

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Valid automobile driver's license maintained at all times.
• Ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the automotive service industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems, including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, exhaust, and electrical systems.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install tires and perform tire maintenance.
• Install batteries and shock absorbers, and check electrical systems.
• Road-test vehicles.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one for all teammates.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On-the-job training.
• Company-funded ASE certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• On-demand pay (daily pay) program.
• Tool program discounts.
• Performance incentives.
• Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
• Formal training and regular mentorship.
• Professional development resources.
• Community involvement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed