Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Avenue, MD

7d•$23 - $38

About The Position

The Automotive Senior Technician uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and leadership and mentoring skills to help drive customer care and satisfaction. The role diagnoses and repairs automotive systems to specifications, explains technical findings and needed repairs to customers, and assists and trains technicians and mechanics. Teammates receive ongoing paid formal training to stay current with changing automotive technology. The position offers flat-rate, performance-based compensation, with a listed pay range of $23.00–$38.24; actual earnings may vary based on regional work availability, productivity, and experience. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered to new teammates. Technicians are expected to obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within their first two years; the company pays test and registration fees, and provides a bonus for each test passed.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Demonstrated skill in brake and hydraulic systems and/or steering and suspension systems and alignments.
Skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
Current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
Reading, writing, and math skills.

Nice To Haves

Three years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills through third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
A.S.E. certification in at least one area from A1–A8; L1 certification is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to people without mechanical expertise.
Stay current with changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.
Assist and train technicians and mechanics in technical activities.
Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

$2,000 sign-on bonus for new teammates.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded A.S.E. certifications, including test and registration fees; technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.
Flexible work schedule.
401(k) match.
On-demand daily pay program available.
Professional development resources, training, and regular mentorship.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
Performance incentives.
Formal training.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Inclusive and engaging team and work environment.