Company Overview
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
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Position Summary
The Maintenance Electrician opening is an hourly position with a starting rate of $43.97 / hour.
- Eligible for medical, prescription, dental, & vision coverage on date of hire
Qualified candidates will be required to pass a written technical skill assessment and undergo a one-on-one technical interview.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities for the Maintenance Electrician (ME) position may include the following:
-Basic Knowledge of Mechanical and Fluid Systems
-Electrical theory and application
-Knowledge of electrical distribution systems
-Knowledge of Motor/Generator Theory and Application and controls
-Familiarity with Electronic Drives and PLCs
-Ability to read one line distribution drawings and electrical schematics
-Electrical measuring instruments (multi-meters, oscilloscopes, meggers, et al)
-OSHA safety rules for manufacturing plants, including electrical safety and LOTO
-Electrical Troubleshooting
-Operation and use of hand tools
-Operation and use of power tools
-Functional knowledge of computers and Microsoft office
-Ability to clearly communicate via electronic media and interpersonal
Candidates must have flexibility working either an 8-hour, 10-hour, or 12-hour shift on either a day or night shift. Shift preference is based on seniority, therefore we cannot guarantee a specific shift.
8-Hour Shift Schedule:
Shift B Monday – Friday, 6 am – 2 pm
10-Hour Shift Scheule:
Shift E Monday – Thursday, 6 pm – 4 am
12-Hour Shift Schedule
Day shift is from 6 A.M. to 6 P.M. Night shift is from 6 P.M. to 6 A.M. Teammates must be able to work a shift schedule with 48 hours one week and 36 hours the next week.
Week 1
Monday - Day Off
Tuesday - Day Off
Wednesday - Work
Thursday - Work
Friday - Day Off
Saturday - Day Off
Sunday - Day Off
Week 2
Monday - Work
Tuesday - Work
Wednesday - Day Off
Thursday - Day Off
Friday - Work
Saturday - Work
Sunday- Work
Minimum Qualifications
3+ years of industrial maintenance in multi-craft environment OR
3+ years of high-tech maintenance related military experience OR
Completed apprenticeship program & 2 year industrial maintenance experience OR
Associates Degree in Electronics, General Technology, Robotics, or related field and 2+ years industrial maintenance experience
Candidates must also possess general computer skills, PLC experience, & presentation skills
At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.
What we offer
At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:
- A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
- The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
- Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
- A diverse and inclusive team.
Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
Bridgestone se enorgullece de ser un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades de empleo/acción afirmativa. Es nuestra política considerar para el empleo a todas las personas independientemente de la edad, el color, la nacionalidad, el estado de ciudadanía, la discapacidad física o mental, la raza, la religión, el género, el sexo, la orientación sexual, la identidad o expresión de género, la información genética, el estado de veterano o cualquier otra característica protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales.
Elegibilidad laboral
Si se te contrata, se debe completar un Formulario I-9 de verificación de elegibilidad para el empleo al inicio del empleo. La autorización de trabajo temporal o la necesidad de patrocinio pueden descalificarte para el empleo.
