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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location North Hollywood, California

About this job

Overview:

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, and Wheel Works. With 2,200 locations across America and over $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. Learn more!

Responsibilities:

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.

Qualifications:

Technician 1

Student or Graduate of an Automotive Tech school or Community College Program

Performs basic maintenance and automotive service including:

Courtesy Checks

Lube, Oil and Filter

Basic Maintenance, air filters, batteries, wiper blades, Serpentine Belts, etc.

Mounts, Demounts and Balances tires including Large Diameter wheels (up to 22") and Low Profile Tires (LPLD)

Properly rotates and balances tires

Performs Flat Repairs including Large Diameter wheels and Low Profile Tires (LPLD)

Resets TPMS systems

Technician 2

Minimum one year experience and/or graduate of an Automotive Tech school or Community College program

Performs Courtesy Checks and Complete Vehicle Inspections

Lube, Oil and Filter

Basic Maintenance, air filters, batteries, wiper blades, etc.

Mounts, Demounts and Balances tires including Large Diameter wheels and Low Profile Tires (LPLD)

Performs Flat Repairs including Large Diameter wheels and Low Profile Tires (LPLD)

Resets TPMS systems

Performs Focus Services

Brake Flush, Coolant Flush, Trans Flush, Fuel Injection Service

Performs Alignments on most cars

Performs Basic Brakes (Disc and Drum) on most cars

Removes and Replaces Parts; Steering and Suspension, Brakes, Engine, Drive Train, Heating and Cooling systems.

Ability to obtain an ASE or has passed test 1 ASE in Brakes, Steering and Suspension, or Electrical Systems but may not have the required two years work experience.

Technician 3

Performs Courtesy Checks, Complete Vehicle Inspections and Diagnosis of Tire, Brakes, Steering and Suspension, and General Repairs.

Proficient in all Phases of Tire Mounting, Repair, Balancing, and TPMS systems

Proficient in all Focus Services

Diagnoses and Repairs Brakes, and ABS systems

Diagnoses and Repairs Steering and Suspensions

Diagnoses and Repairs basic engine and drive train systems

Minimal comebacks

Passed ASEs in both Brakes and Steering and Suspension

Maintains productivity above 100%

Senior Technician

Performs Courtesy Checks, Complete Vehicle Inspections and Diagnosis of Tire, Brakes, Steering and Suspension, and General Repairs.

Proficient in all Phases of Tire Mounting, Repair, Balancing, and TPMS systems

Accurately Diagnoses and Repairs Air Conditioning Problems

Accurately Diagnoses and Repairs Cooling System Problems

Accurately Diagnoses and Repairs Battery, Starting, and Charging System Problems

Minimal Comebacks

Three ASEs in Brakes, Steering and Suspension and Electrical and Electronic Systems, Air Conditioning or Engine Performance

Productivity above 100%

Benefits, Privileges and Growth Opportunities

We offer over 31 Benefits and Privileges to include medical, dental, vision, 401k, cash balance retirement plan and more. 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.