Company Overview

　　Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

　　Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future.

　　We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.

　　Job Category

　　Retail

　　Position Summary

　　The Automotive Technician position requires your experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using your leadership and mentoring skills in driving a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

　　Pay Range: $16.80 - $25.20

　　Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards our skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment, ensuring you're fairly rewarded for your expertise and dedication.

　　Responsibilities

　　Customer and Vehicle Service (85%)

　　Personally road tests automobiles (both before and after service work is performed)

　　Performs inspections on assigned vehicles following BSRO procedures (according to M.A.P. Guidelines) to reports findings to service management

　　Adequately explains mechanical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include teammates and Bosses on an as-required basis

　　Performs tasks for which they are qualified in one or more of the following areas: brakes, electrical, engine performance, engine repair, heating/air conditioning, suspension/steering, automatic transmissions/transaxles and manual drivetrains and axles

　　Keeps store management aware of service area mechanical repair problems as they occur

　　Performs other duties as assigned or as required for the orderly management of the store, such as: removing mounting and/or installing tires, shock absorbers, batteries and other automotive supplies and services; loading and unloading trucks requiring the movement of items weighting up to 100 lbs

　　Drives Boss or company vehicles to drop off and pick-up Bosses or automotive parts

　　Practices proficiency in the application of BSRO methods, standards and procedures

　　Continuously learns new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay or become proficient in automotive diagnosis and repair

　　Maintains A.S.E. certification(s)

　　BSRO certifications completed and current

　　Follows all BSRO applicable BSRO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Policies

　　Miscellaneous Functions (15%)

　　Maintains service center standards of cleanliness, orderliness and appearance of space and equipment in the service department

　　Reviews maintenance/operating efficiency of tools and store equipment, i.e. engine diagnostic equipment, alignment machines, brake lathes, etc. If needed, the store will contact the qualified repair vendor to perform the maintenance

　　Complies with company safety policy and federal/state OSHA safety requirements which include, but is not limited to, the wearing of approved eye protection, proper lifting techniques, proper wheel torqueing, proper footwear, etc.

　　Attends meetings as required by management

　　Helps to provide on-the-job training for new Maintenance Technicians, General Service Positions, Installers and apprentice VSTs

　　Other duties as assigned by Store Manager, Service Manager and/or Manager of Vehicle Services

　　PHYSICAL DEMANDS

　　Store Deliveries

　　Tire deliveries contain between 90 & 400 tires 1 time per week depending on the retail location

　　Storage racks are between (4in. & 106in.)

　　Stack tires on carts between (1in. & 72in.) to take to storage. Then place in storage racks

　　Roll tires to storage and place in storage racks

　　Roll tires to storage and place on a conveyor between (18in. & 43in.) then into racks

　　Roll tires to storage and place into stacks

　　Tires weigh between (11 lbs. & 66 lbs.)

　　Majority of tires weight between (18 lbs. & 27 lbs.)

　　Pushing or pulling tires into or out of tight racks requires (15 to 55 lbs.) of force

　　Tire Service

　　Perform 0 to 3 flat repairs per day

　　Mount and balance 4 to 28 tires per day

　　Rotate wheels on 1 to 7 vehicles per day

　　Pull new tires for customers weighing between (11 lbs. & 72 lbs.)

　　Average car tire weighs (27 lbs.), Average truck/SUV tire weighs (35 lbs.), Average Off Road Truck tire weighs (44.5 lbs.)

　　Tire racks are between (4in. & 106in.) with ladders and step ladders available depending on the store

　　Wheels weigh between (5 & 42 lbs.) with an average of (20.6 lbs.)

　　Place wheels and tires on mounting machines between (28in. & 31in.)

　　Place wheels on balancer between (27in. & 29in.)

　　Tire mounting handles are between (19in. & 64in.)

　　Use foot controls to remove and mount tires

　　Tire repair stand are between (36in. & 39in.)

　　Pulling back the tire bar to hook onto the mounting machine requires (20 to 35 lbs.) of force

　　Pulling the valve stem with a tool requires (1 to 15 lbs.) of force

　　Wing nut for balancer weighs (4 lbs.)

　　Air impact wrench/torque gun weighs (6 to 8 lbs.)

　　Pushing down on torque bars requires (40 to 80 lbs.) of force. Body weight can be used to offset the force needed

　　Air hoses hang between (72in. & 80in.)

　　Oil Changes

　　Oil changes can take between (35 min. & 1 hour)

　　Opening and closing hoods requires (3 to 6 lbs.) of force

　　Pulling oil hose to vehicles requires (4 to 13 lbs.) of force

　　Oil hoses hang between (66in. & 80in.)

　　Maneuvering oil carts requires (4 to 15 lbs.) of force

　　Pulling out floor jack arms from under the vehicle requires (3 to 20 lbs.) of force

　　Adjusting arm length requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force

　　Maneuvering rack arms from the sides of the vehicles requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force and are typically moved with feet

　　Oil filters are stored between (4in. & 61in.)

　　Individual quarts of oil weigh (1.5 to 2 lbs.)

　　Oil filters weigh less then (5 lbs.)

　　Alignments

　　Perform between 2 & 10 alignments per day

　　Sliding vehicle plates requires up to (20 lbs.) of force

　　Alignment remote weighs (4.5 lbs.)

　　Sliding alignment jacks requires (10 to 55 lbs.) of force

　　Alignment computer keyboard is between (44in. & 47in.)

　　Alignment reflectors are between (22in. & 60in.)

　　Alignment reflectors weigh between (10 & 16 lbs.)

　　Alignment break arm weighs (1.5 lb.)

　　Step onto and off of alignment rack to access steering wheel, key and to set the parking in the vehicle

　　Use hand tools to make adjustments under the vehicle

　　All adjustments are performed overhead while vehicle is on the rack

　　Fluid Service

　　Fluid services can take up to 1 hour

　　Perform 1 to 5 fluid services per day

　　Fill transmission machine with 7 to 11 quarts of fluid

　　Fill coolant with up to 2 gallons weighing (9 lbs.) each

　　Old jugs of coolant can weigh up to (30 to 35 lbs.)

　　Opening and closing hoods requires (3 to 6 lbs.) of force.

　　Use hand tools for fluid services

　　Pulling out floor jack arms from under the vehicle requires (3 to 20 lbs.) of force

　　Adjusting arm length requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force

　　Maneuvering rack arms from the sides of the vehicles requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force and are typically moved with feet

　　Supplies are between (4in. & 112in.) with a ladder available

　　Perform overhead work under the vehicle

　　Maneuvering oil carts requires (4 to 15 lbs.) of force

　　Maneuvering coolant cart requires (4 to 20 lbs.) of force

　　Brake Service

　　Perform 0 to 2 brake fluid exchanges per day

　　Perform 0 to 2 brake pad changes per day

　　Perform 0 to 2 rotor services per day

　　Brake services can take between 1 & 2 hours per axle

　　Pulling out floor jack arms from under the vehicle requires (3 to 20 lbs.) of force

　　Adjusting arm length requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force

　　Maneuvering rack arms from the sides of the vehicles requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force and are typically moved with feet

　　Air impact wrench/torque gun weighs (6 to 8 lbs.)

　　Pushing down on torque bars requires (40 to 80 lbs.) of force. Body weight can be used to offset the force needed.

　　Supplies are between (4in. & 112in.) with a ladder available

　　Hanging lights are between (76in. & 80in.)

　　Place rotors on the lathe between (39in. & 44in.)

　　Lathe controls are between (34in. & 40in.)

　　Total weight of wheels and tires together weigh an average of (30 to 55 lbs.) and can go up to (114 lbs.)

　　Calipers weigh between (5 & 12 lbs.)

　　Box of new rotors weigh between (5 & 42 lbs.)

　　Brake pads weigh between (1 & 5 lbs.)

　　Brake fluid vacuum device weighs up to (11 lbs.)

　　Miscellaneous

　　Opening doors requires (20 to 45 lbs.) of lifting force

　　Closing doors requires (20 to 80 lbs.) of pulling force without the use of body weight

　　Drive Boss vehicles

　　Batteries are on racks between (3in. & 48in.) weighing between (27 & 49 lbs.)

　　Supplies are between (5in. & 112in.) with ladders and step ladders available depending on the store

　　Supplies weigh between (1 & 42 lbs.)

　　WORK ENVIRONMENT

　　Cold work environment in the winter with a cold cement floor

　　Hot work environment in the summer

　　Oil and other slippery substances on the floor at times

　　Exposure to a variety of chemicals used in cleaning, lubrication, etc.

　　Use hand, power and air tools to perform repairs

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Reading and writing

　　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

　　Must have a minimum 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 in at least one of A1-A8 is preferred. Will accept equivalent external qualifications or training certifications. (New Hires with external similar qualification/certification will have up to 2 years of employment to comply.)

　　Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action 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.

　　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.