Auto & Tire Technician Jobs Near You in Grand Rapids, MI

Now Hiring Advanced Auto & Tire Technicians in Grand Rapids

Looking to take your Grand Rapids mechanic career to the next level? You’ve reached your destination. Thanks to hundreds of passionate team members, Firestone Complete Auto Care is a leader in car care, and also one of the best places to find professional growth. Apply for an advanced auto technician job near you in Grand Rapids, MI to further develop your diagnostic skills and technical aptitude and work on different types of cars using top-of-the-line technology. We’re hiring goal-getters who are natural problem-solvers and love cars from bumper to bumper. Does that sound like you? If that’s the case, read on to learn more about mechanic jobs in Grand Rapids.

Grand Rapids, MI Advanced Mechanic Job Description

What’s it like being an auto technician in Grand Rapids? As an advanced auto and tire technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care, working on cars will take up most of your day, from road testing and fixing vehicles to educating non-mechanical clients on mechanical repairs.

Advanced auto technician job responsibilities include fixing cars per manufacturer standards by completing services such as diagnostics and exhaust repairs, as well as inspections and brake checks. Additionally, advanced technicians mentor their less experienced teammates, helping them with routine services like tire maintenance and part installations. Above all, you’ll champion the Firestone Complete Auto Care promise: to deliver cars that are fixed right, priced right, right on time.

Landing an Advanced Auto Tech Job in Grand Rapids, MI

Wondering how to make your Grand Rapids advanced auto technician job application stand out? 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. A valid driver’s license combined with the ability to perform road tests on customer vehicles is a must-have. You will also need excellent reading, writing, math, and customer service skills. An ideal candidate is also A.S.E. certified in at least five of A1-A8 (L1 counts toward the five, too). If you’re not, you’ll have up to two years from when you join the team to get adequately certified. If Michigan calls for extra certifications, you can expect to obtain those as well. Just as importantly, you must have the skill to mentor entry-level mechanics and advise non-mechanical individuals on automotive diagnostics and complex services.

Benefits for Advanced Auto Technicians in Grand Rapids, MI

Finding a selection of auto technician jobs near you in Grand Rapids, MI isn’t hard. However, while some shops have jobs with minimal benefits, Firestone Complete Auto Care cultivates an empowering work environment. We’ll back your education with paid training, support you in advancing your A.S.E. certification, and give you opportunities to grow within the company. You’ll earn competitive pay and could also be eligible for results-based bonuses and promotions. Both part-time and full-time teammates have access to health benefits.

Are there more advantages to working for Firestone Complete Auto Care over other businesses hiring in Grand Rapids? Yes, check it out! Full-time and part-time employees in Michigan have instant access to healthcare resources to support their well-being and that of their loved ones, like vision, dental, medical, and even optional pet insurance. (We're big fans of pets, too!) Other great benefits include paid medical maternity leave, a special apprentice kit to help you become a Maintenance Technician if that interests you, company-paid tool insurance for technicians, and complimentary uniforms, including specially sized uniforms for women. Free flu shots, health aid coverage for children, and 24/7 access to doctors through Blue Cross Blue Shield's Telehealth network are also available right away. After a certain amount of time, you may also be able to take advantage of vacation time, sick pay, 401(k), and short or long-term disability. Many of these benefits come at no cost to you!

Want to be a part of a positive work environment? Submit your application to become an advanced mechanic in Grand Rapids, MI. Need more info? Call us at 877-734-9512 with questions about employment at Firestone Complete Auto Care.