Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Queensbury, NY

30d•$24 - $45

About The Position

The Automotive Senior Technician diagnoses and repairs vehicle systems, with an emphasis on drivability and electrical systems. The role also uses leadership and mentoring skills to help guide a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with compensation varying according to available work, individual productivity, and experience. The listed pay range is $24.15–$44.66. The position includes continuous paid formal training to keep up with automotive technology and opportunities to obtain company-funded ASE certifications. The role requires a valid driver's license and the ability to drive customer and company vehicles.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Demonstrate skill in brake and hydraulic systems and/or steering, suspension, and alignments.
Be skilled in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
Hold current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
Be able to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
Have 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.
ASE certification in at least one of A1–A8; L1 certification is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel and ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
Explain technical diagnoses and necessary repairs clearly 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 ASE certifications in at least three areas among A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day for all teammates.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications.
Flexible work schedule.
401(k) match.
On-demand daily pay program.
Paid formal training.
Performance incentives.
Company-paid ASE test and registration fees, whether the employee passes or fails; technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.
Onboarding, training, and regular mentorship.
Professional development and opportunities to grow.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.