Full-Time

Automotive Technician

Updated on 8/19/2026

Bridgestone

Bridgestone

501-1,000 employees

Manufactures tires and rubber products globally

Compensation Overview

$19.25 - $28.93/hr

+ $1,500 sign-on bonus + Performance-based compensation + 401(k) match

No H1B Sponsorship

Edina, MN, USA

In Person

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)

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Requirements
  • 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 and tire repair services, including oil changes, basic inspections, and repairing tires.
  • Reading, writing, and math skills.
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 Automotive Service Excellence certifications in at least one of A1 through A8 within the first two years of employment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Two years of automotive repair experience.
  • Completion of a Vocational-Technical School program in a related field or demonstrated skills via third-party certificates or assessment.
  • Automotive Service Excellence certification or equivalent external qualifications or training certifications.

Bridgestone is a global manufacturer and seller of tires and rubber products for passenger cars, trucks, buses, aircraft, and construction/mining vehicles, along with a diversified line of industrial rubber and chemical products. Its tires and related products work by using rubber compounds, treads, belts, and inflating systems to provide grip, stability, and load support for different vehicles; the company combines product development with a broad distribution network to reach customers worldwide. Compared with many competitors, Bridgestone differentiates itself through its large, worldwide reach and its integrated portfolio that spans consumer tires, industrial rubber, and chemical products, all aimed at delivering reliable mobility solutions. The company's goal is to be a leading global supplier of tires, rubber and chemical products that support safe and efficient transportation across various industries and regions.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Founded

1931

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What believers are saying

  • Potenza Sport EVO adds 41 new sizes, widening North American performance-tire reach.
  • RTX 2026 fleet-efficiency tools target truck operators seeking lower total cost of ownership.
  • Tree-planting campaigns and digital service apps strengthen retail loyalty and sustainability branding.

What critics are saying

  • Bridgestone closed Covington, Georgia golf-ball manufacturing on June 30, 2026, cutting 86 jobs.
  • Taiwan's Hsinchu plant shuts July 10, 2026, eliminating over 500 manufacturing roles.
  • Replacement-tire antitrust litigation survived through March 31, 2026, keeping legal exposure alive.

What makes Bridgestone unique

  • Bridgestone launched Potenza Sport EVO on May 19, 2026 with ENLITEN technology.
  • Its AirFree tires began regular service in Higashiomi on July 8, 2026.
  • Bridgestone expanded VT-TRACTOR XXL sizes in 2026, deepening premium agricultural coverage.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

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