Automotive Technicians

Company Name: Bridgestone Corporation

['Tires Plus', '3.2', 'Automotive Senior Technician', 'Pembroke Pines, FL', 'Apply on employer site', 'Apply now']['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 are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.', '

Position Summary', '

The Senior Technician position requires your talent 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.', '

Responsibilities', '

Diagnose and repair to specifications.', '

Brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.', '

Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals.

• Stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.', '

Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.', "

Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.", '

Must have a minimum 3 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 3 (three) of A1-A8 is required. (New hires with external similar qualifications/certifications will have up to 2 years of employment to comply).', '

Maintains Federal, State and Local certification/license where applicable.', '

Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.', '

Reading, writing, and math skills.', '

Our Crew Knows Benefits', '

Health benefits that start on day one of employment, for all of our full-time teammates:', '

Paid vacation and holidays', '

On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications', '

Tuition reimbursement program', '

401(k) match', '

Vision and Dental Coverage', '

On demand pay (daily pay) program available', '

Our Values Give Back To You', '

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 family-like mentality and drive to do things right, always.', '

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.', 'Show more', 'Company overview', 'Size', '5001 to 10000 Employees', 'Founded', '1976', 'Type', 'Subsidiary or Business Segment', 'Industry', 'Vehicle Repair & Maintenance', 'Sector', 'Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services', 'Revenue', 'Unknown / Non-Applicable', 'Tires Plus ratings', '3.2', '55 %', 'Recommend to a friend', '33 %', 'Approve of CEO', 'Marko Ibrahim', '7 Ratings', 'Career Opportunities', '3.1', 'Comp & Benefits', '3.1', 'Culture & Values', '2.7', 'Senior Management', '2.7', 'Work/Life Balance', '2.5', 'Tires Plus reviews by automotive technician', 'Pros', '"', 'Great pay if you can multitask and don't mind working on cars.', '" (', 'in 10 reviews', ')', '"', 'Great company benefits and time off', '" (', 'in 6 reviews', ')', '"', 'Coworkers and good starter job.', '" (', 'in 6 reviews', ')', 'Cons', '"', 'pay is decent for the area.', '" (', 'in 10 reviews', ')', '"', 'Good luck ever getting a raise or being able use your minimal time off (vacation, sick, personal).', '" (', 'in 6 reviews', ')', '"', 'When you start to do an alignment don't worry about checking for any suspension issues or any cords showing on the bald tires because management will just tell you "I don't care, just alight it and get it out of here".', '" (', 'in 2 reviews', ')', '"', 'There were none it was very easy and laid back', '" (', 'in 3 reviews', ')', 'Tires Plus - Why work with us', 'About Tires Plus', 'Careers', 'In 1976, Tom Gegax and Donald Gullet, two Shell Oil colleagues, launched Tires Plus with three former Shell service stations in the Burnsville, Minnesota area. In 2001, Tires Plus was acquired by BSRO; today, Tires Plus has more than 5,000 teammates working in 400+ stores in 23 states.', 'We carry thousands of tires for all vehicle types, including a complete line from the industry-leading Bridgestone and Firestone brands, and we'll give you a quick, free quote. And with our Best Tire Prices Guarantee

• , we'll match any locally advertised price. Find a better price within 30 days of purchase, and we'll give you twice the amount of the difference.xa0', 'You can tell from our name that we're about much more than tires. Our locations offer total car care, from repairs to maintenance services, including engine work, transmissions, batteries, heating and cooling systems, alignment, oil changes, radiators, tune-ups, and inspections. When you make an appointment, we'll service your vehicle in about an hour. You can count on our On-Time Guarantee - if your vehicle isn't ready at the time we promised, we will offer a 10% discount on your next purchase.', 'At Tires Plus, we believe customers who leave satisfied will come back, but customers who leave enthused will tell everyone they know. We're also committed to being good neighbors and responsible corporate citizens in the cities and towns where we do business. We're actively involved in our communities, partnering with outstanding charitable organizations that make a difference - socially, academically and physically - for children nationwide, like Boys & Girls Clubs of America.xa0', 'Tires Plus benefits', '3.3', '3 Ratings', 'Employee benefit reviews', 'Most commented', 'Health Insurance', '(6 comments)', '"Pretty fair prices on different health plans "', '401K Plan', '(5 comments)', '"Their matching program is good"', 'Vacation & Paid Time Off', '(4 comments)', '"Paid time off is offered after a certain time working with the company "', 'Aug 7, 2024', 'Current C Tech in Melbourne, FL, Florida', '401 k matches up to 6%', 'Jan 8, 2024', 'Current Service Manager in Orlando, FL, Florida', 'Plenty of better companies out there.', 'Jul 15, 2023', 'Current Technician in Melbourne, FL, Florida', 'Great health insurance and good matching 401k']