Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Lower Merion Township, PA

30d•$24 - $46

About The Position

The Automotive Senior Technician diagnoses drivability and electrical systems and uses technical expertise, leadership, and mentoring skills to help drive a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. The role involves diagnosing and repairing automotive systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to customers or other non-mechanical individuals, and supporting the development of technicians and mechanics. Technicians stay current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training. Compensation is performance-based flat-rate pay, with a stated pay range of $24.15–$46.17; actual earnings may vary based on regional work availability, productivity, and experience. The position requires maintaining a valid automobile driver’s license and the ability to drive customer and company vehicles. The technician must obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays test and registration fees regardless of the result, and technicians receive 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, suspension, 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 of 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 required repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
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

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one for teammates.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded A.S.E. certifications.
Flexible work schedule.
401(k) match.
On-demand daily pay program available.
Performance incentives.
Formal training and regular mentorship.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Professional development resources.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
Agility and work/life effectiveness resources and support for long-term well-being.
Inclusive and supportive team environment.