Auto & Tire Technician Jobs Near You in Rockford, IL

Check Out Rockford Automotive Technician Jobs

Want to advance your mechanic career in Rockford? Pull over, your search stops here. Thanks to hundreds of passionate team members, Firestone Complete Auto Care is one of the most trusted names in tires and auto repair, and a great place for new opportunities. Apply to one of our Rockford auto technician jobs to further develop your diagnostic skills and technical aptitude and work on a variety of cars and trucks with cutting edge technology. We’re hiring goal-getters who are natural problem-solvers and have a knack for learning mechanical tasks. Is that how you’d describe yourself? If that’s the case, read on to learn more about mechanic jobs in Rockford.

Rockford Advanced Auto Technician Job Description

So, what do auto technicians in Rockford do? As an advanced auto and tire technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care, working on cars will take up most of your day, from performing repairs and test drives to explaining technical terms to less car-savvy clients.

Advanced auto technician job responsibilities include fixing cars per manufacturer standards by taking care of things like transmission repairs and alignments, as well as inspections and brake checks. Additionally, advanced technicians mentor their less experienced teammates, assisting them with hands-on tasks such as tire maintenance and part installations. Above all, you’ll champion Firestone Complete Auto Care’s brand promise: to deliver vehicles that are fixed right, priced right, right on time.

Requirements for Advanced Technicians in Rockford

Want to know what it takes to get a Rockford advanced technician job? You must have at least five years of experience doing car repairs and hold proof of completion of a Vocational-Technical program in the mechanical field. Having a valid driver’s license at all times, combined with the ability to drive customer and company cars is a must-have. You will also need excellent reading, writing, math, and communication skills. An outstanding application will also show you’re A.S.E. certified in at least five of A1-A8 (L1 counts, too). Don’t have these qualifications… yet? No worries, you’ll have up to two years from the date of your employment to comply. If Illinois calls for extra certifications, you’ll be expected to get those, too. Just as importantly, you must have the skill to train apprentice mechanics and advise non-mechanical individuals on inspection findings and service recommendations.

Perks of Becoming an Advanced Auto Tech in Rockford, IL

In Rockford, mechanics are always in demand. While many IL mechanic jobs lack growth opportunities, Firestone Complete Auto Care cultivates an empowering work environment. We’ll help you grow with paid training, support you in advancing your A.S.E. certification, and arm you with the skills you need for a raise or promotion with us. Whether you’re part-time or full-time, you’ll be paid competitively and could also be eligible for results-based bonuses and promotions. Both part-time and full-time teammates have access to health benefits.

Does Firestone Complete Auto Care offer benefits that go above and beyond many other companies hiring in Rockford? Of course! Illinois Full and part-time teammates have immediate access to healthcare resources to support their well-being and that of their loved ones, including medical, dental, vision, and even voluntary pet insurance. (Pets need support, too!) Other exceptional perks include an apprentice toolkit to help you become a Maintenance Technician if you want, paid medical maternity leave, optional technician tool insurance, and free uniforms, including specially designed uniforms for female teammates. Health aid coverage for children age 0-17, free flu shots, and 24-hour, 7-days a week access to medical professionals via video are also available right away. After some time with the company, you could also be eligible for sick pay, vacation time, short/long-term disability, and 401(k). And you can get many of these benefits at no cost!

Ready to upgrade your work life? Submit your application to become an advanced mechanic in Rockford, IL. Need more info? Call us at 877-734-9512 with questions about employment at Firestone Complete Auto Care.