Automotive Technician Apprentice

Automotive TechnicianAbout Us: Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC employs over 22,000 teammates in North America and operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores. The store locations include Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, Expert Tire and Mark Morris. With 2,200 locations across America and over $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Firestone Complete Auto Care is the right place to build a career. Learn more! As a Technician, you will diagnose and repair automotive systems.  Job Responsibilities of Automotive Technician: 

• Assisting technician mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Diagnoses and repairs to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.
• Adequately explains technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include employees and customers on an as-required basis.
• Continuously learns new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Keeps store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintains an organized neat and safe bay.

 RequirementsAutomotive TechnicianJob Requirements of Automotive Technician: Entry Level Mechanic / Technician 

• Maintains an organized neat and safe bay.
• 1-2 years of automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience to succeed in this position.
• A high level of motivation and energy and strong customer service skills are also required.

 Senior Mechanic / Automotive Technician  

• At least 2-3 years of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience
• 3 ASE certifications are required for this position.
• You’ll also need a high level of motivation, energy and a customer-focused attitude.

 Lead Mechanic / Master Technician  

• 5+ years of automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem- solving and repair experience as you mentor and teach Teammates while discussing problems with customers
• You will also need 5 ASE certifications, strong leadership skills and a customer-focused attitude to go along with a high level of motivation and energy.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Pre-employment drug test/physical/ background check will help assure we build teams of people who can best work with others and serve customer needs.

 Benefits, Privileges and Growth Opportunities: 

• We offer over 31 excellent benefits and privileges to every employee.
• We are An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, in fact, “One of our strengths is found in our commitment to serve a diverse customer population with diverse teams of Teammates."
• Over 100 years of success is an indication of the stability our workforce enjoys.
• Please visit our website at www.FirestoneCompleteAutoCare.com to learn more about our organization and locations.

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Country: USA, State: Massachusetts, City: Pittsfield, Company: Expert Tire.