Automotive Technician
Bridgestone Americas, Northville, MI, United States
Position Summary
The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. You will learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. Your responsibilities include conducting routine inspections, performing vehicle assessments, assisting in repair procedures, and interacting with customers to explain repair procedures and answer inquiries. This role demands a mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment.
Pay Range
$18.38 – $27.62 hourly.
Our technicians enjoy a performance‑based compensation model known as flat‑rate pay, fostering a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment.
Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.
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 the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees are paid by the company; a bonus is awarded for each test passed).
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Preferred Qualifications
2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of a 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.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all teammates
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
Employment Eligibility
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.
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.
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The Automotive Technician plays a pivotal role within our automotive service team. You will learn and develop foundational skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles under the guidance of experienced technicians. Your responsibilities include conducting routine inspections, performing vehicle assessments, assisting in repair procedures, and interacting with customers to explain repair procedures and answer inquiries. This role demands a mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in a fast‑paced environment.
Pay Range
$18.38 – $27.62 hourly.
Our technicians enjoy a performance‑based compensation model known as flat‑rate pay, fostering a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment.
Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.
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 the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees are paid by the company; a bonus is awarded for each test passed).
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Preferred Qualifications
2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of a 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.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all teammates
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
Employment Eligibility
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.
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.
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