Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Charleston, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), a part of Bridgestone Americas, employs over 22,000 teammates across North America, operating 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, BSRO offers a career path where every teammate is valued and contributes to the mission of "Serve Society with Superior Quality." The company provides competitive pay, formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, comprehensive healthcare packages for both full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan. Bridgestone fosters an inclusive environment, championing diverse perspectives and individuals, believing that people perform best when they can bring their whole selves to work. The Automotive Technician role specifically requires experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, alongside leadership and mentoring skills to enhance customer care and satisfaction. Technicians are compensated through a performance-based flat-rate pay system, rewarding efficiency and expertise. Bridgestone is committed to fair compensation practices, ensuring all employees meet or exceed minimum wage requirements. The company aims to foster co-creation and empower employees to innovate for safer, more efficient, and sustainable mobility for future generations. Bridgestone Americas, Inc., based in Nashville, Tennessee, is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest tire and rubber company. It develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of tires and is involved in retreading operations, producing air springs, roofing materials, and industrial fibers. The company also operates the world’s largest chain of automotive tire and service centers. Guided by its global corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitment, "Our Way to Serve," Bridgestone strives to improve how people move, live, work, and play.

Requirements

Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services including: Oil changes, Basic inspections, Repairing tires.
Reading, writing, and math skills.

Nice To Haves

2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of Vocational-Technical School program in a related field or demonstrated skills via third party certificates/assessment.
A.S.E certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

Responsibilities

Change oil and perform other scheduled maintenance services.
Perform inspections of steering, suspension, and brake systems.
Install batteries and check electrical systems.
Perform tire maintenance.
Install parts.
Road test vehicles.
Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least one of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment (Tests and registrations fees are paid for by company pass or fail. Technicians receive bonus for each test passed)

Benefits

formal training
performance incentives
paid vacation and holidays
competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees
a 401k plan
Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all our teammates
On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications
Flexible work schedule
401(k) match
On demand pay (daily pay) program available
Professional Development: No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
Integrity & Teamwork: Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together.
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.