Sales and Service Technician
Bridgestone Americas, Columbia, SC, United States
Position Summary
The retail Sales and Service Technician (SST) is a hybrid role within Firestone Complete Auto Care stores, serving as a pipeline for future career growth. The role focuses on customer service, recommending products and services, performing basic vehicle services, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Pay Range: $14.40 - $21.51 per hour.
Responsibilities
Customer service, sales, and issue resolution (approximately 75%)
Basic vehicle service tasks such as oil changes, tire work, and fluid checks (approximately 25%)
Store operations including opening/closing, inventory management, and display maintenance as needed
Potential to assist Manager or act as Manager‑On‑Duty to support development
Flex between front‑end customer service and back‑shop tasks to learn all store operations
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid automobile driver’s license
Customer‑service mindset and desire for career growth
Ability to learn and perform basic vehicle service tasks
Ability to learn and operate store systems
Preferred Qualifications
Two‑year degree or completion of a non‑traditional education program, training certification, or other evidence of growth mindset
Previous consumer retail sales experience
Previous automotive experience
Previous management or supervisory experience
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
Paid vacation and holidays
On‑the‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications
Flexible work schedule
401(k) match
On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals 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.
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.
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Pay Range: $14.40 - $21.51 per hour.
Responsibilities
Customer service, sales, and issue resolution (approximately 75%)
Basic vehicle service tasks such as oil changes, tire work, and fluid checks (approximately 25%)
Store operations including opening/closing, inventory management, and display maintenance as needed
Potential to assist Manager or act as Manager‑On‑Duty to support development
Flex between front‑end customer service and back‑shop tasks to learn all store operations
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid automobile driver’s license
Customer‑service mindset and desire for career growth
Ability to learn and perform basic vehicle service tasks
Ability to learn and operate store systems
Preferred Qualifications
Two‑year degree or completion of a non‑traditional education program, training certification, or other evidence of growth mindset
Previous consumer retail sales experience
Previous automotive experience
Previous management or supervisory experience
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
Paid vacation and holidays
On‑the‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications
Flexible work schedule
401(k) match
On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals 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.
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.
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