Automotive Senior Technician
About The Position
The Senior Technician diagnoses and repairs automotive systems, including drivability and electrical concerns, and uses leadership and mentoring skills to help guide a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. The role includes explaining technical diagnoses and repair needs to people without mechanical backgrounds, keeping current with automotive technology through paid formal training, and assisting and training other technicians and mechanics. Compensation is performance-based flat-rate pay, with a stated pay range of $20.70–$37.62. Actual earnings may vary based on regional work availability, productivity, and experience. Employees are paid at or above applicable minimum wage requirements. The company pays ASE test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each ASE test passed. The position is with Bridgestone Retail Operations, which operates automotive service and tire stores. Bridgestone describes a supportive, inclusive team environment and provides opportunities for training, mentorship, professional development, and community involvement.
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.
- Hold 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.
- ASE 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 needed repairs clearly to people without mechanical backgrounds.
- 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 from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications.
- Flexible work schedule.
- 401(k) match.
- On-demand daily pay program available.
- Performance incentives and competitive healthcare packages.
- Formal training, regular mentorship, professional development, and onboarding support.
- Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
