Entry-Level Auto Technician Jobs in Schenectady, NY

Find Your Best Schenectady Mechanic Job

Start your search for auto technician and mechanic jobs in Schenectady, NY with Firestone Complete Auto Care. Wondering what kind of experience we require for our automotive techs? So, if you’re just starting your career in auto care, you may apply to one of our entry-level technician openings. Our apprentice auto technicians get to develop their skills with car diagnostic technology while also performing technical services like battery checks, tire maintenance, and transmission fluid and filter repairs. Search for and apply to entry-level mechanic jobs at Firestone Complete Auto Care in Schenectady for a career with one of the biggest names in tires and car care. Up for the challenge? Apply for an entry-level auto technician job in Schenectady, NY today.

Schenectady Automotive Service Technician Job Qualifications

What does it take to land an entry-level auto technician job in Schenectady? First off, entry-level auto technicians are required to have a valid driver’s license, be able to drive both customer and company cars, and a passion for working on cars. A.S.E certification in at least one of A1-A8 is also required. (Similar qualifications are accepted, but an A.S.E certification is required within two years of employment.) Prior mechanical experience and completion of Vocational-Technical program are also a plus, but they’re not needed for entry-level mechanic jobs in Schenectady.

A Day in the Life of an Auto Technician in Schenectady

Not sure how your skills and knowledge will transfer into a mechanic job at Firestone Complete Auto Care? We can give you the inside scoop on entry-level mechanic job duties, or we can tell you what a day in the life of one of our technicians in looks like. Instead of an office cubicle, mechanics at Firestone Complete Auto Care work in a fully-equipped service area where teamwork, communication skills, and customer service come together. Our technicians suit up in the signature Firestone Complete Auto Care uniform and put on personal protective equipment as needed. They spend their time performing automotive services ranging from oil changes to wheel alignments. It's a physical job, but a highly rewarding one. We couldn’t have said it better than tire manager Ruben, who says, “My commitment to every customer is to make sure I get you back on the road safely.” Keeping yourself, your coworkers, and customers safe in and around cars will always be a priority for you.

Why Apply to Entry-Level Mechanic Jobs in Schenectady?

You may find lots of mechanic job openings in Schenectady, but if you want a career, apply to join the Firestone Complete Auto Care team! We offer paid training, competitive performance incentives, and healthcare packages for full-time and part-time associates. Plus, we grow from within, mentoring apprentice mechanics into advanced technicians and even district managers.

Are there benefits that set Firestone Complete Auto Care apart from other companies hiring in Schenectady? Yep! New York Full and part-time teammates have instant access to important resources for staying healthy, including medical, dental, vision, and even voluntary pet insurance. (We're big fans of pets, too!) Other great perks include paid medical maternity leave, an apprentice toolkit to jumpstart your Maintenance Technician career if you choose, up to $3,000 worth of company-paid technician tool insurance, and no-cost uniforms, including specially sized uniforms for women.

Health aid coverage for kids, no-cost flu shots, and around-the-clock Telehealth access to Blue Cross Blue Shield medical professionals are also available as soon as you start. After some time with the company, you may also be able to take advantage of sick pay, vacation time, short/long-term disability, and 401(k). So many of these perks come free!

Firestone Complete Auto Care mechanics in Schenectady pride themselves on solving complex car issues while working to develop their automotive repair skills. Join our team as an entry-level mechanic to start working with a wide variety of cars, industry-leading mechanic tools, and passionate teammates. Careers at Firestone Complete Auto Care are great opportunities. Don’t take our word for it, though! Find out for yourself by applying to an entry-level mechanic job in Schenectady today. If you have questions about job openings and requirements at Firestone Complete Auto Care, feel free to call us at 877-734-9512.