Automotive Technician A
About The Position
Bridgestone Retail Operations is hiring an Automotive Technician A to diagnose and repair vehicle systems to specifications, explain technical diagnoses and required repairs to customers or other non-mechanical individuals, and help develop technicians through technical guidance and training. The role involves working with brakes and hydraulic systems, exhaust, fuel and ignition systems, electrical systems, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems. Technicians are expected to keep current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training and obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The position offers flat-rate, performance-based compensation. The listed pay range is $23.81–$49.13, with actual earnings varying by region, available work, productivity, and experience. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered.
Requirements
- Maintain a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
- Demonstrate skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
- Demonstrate skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
- Demonstrate skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
- Hold current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
- Be able to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
- Have reading, writing, and math skills.
Nice To Haves
- Strong understanding of electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drivetrain/transmission, or automotive heating and air conditioning.
- Five years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills through third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a vocational-technical school program.
- ASE certification in at least three areas from A1–A8; L1 may count as one of the three, and Brake and Steering & Suspension ASE certifications are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel and ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air-conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
- Explain technical diagnoses and necessary repairs clearly to non-mechanical individuals.
- Stay current with changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.
- Assist and train technicians and mechanics in technical activities.
- Obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.
Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications; test and registration fees are paid regardless of pass or fail, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.
- Flexible work schedule.
- 401(k) match.
- On-demand daily pay program available.
- Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.
- Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
- Supportive onboarding and an inclusive team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
