Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone • La Grange, IL

5d

About The Position

The Automotive Senior Technician diagnoses and repairs automotive systems to specifications, including drivability and electrical concerns. The role also uses leadership and mentoring skills to help guide technicians toward better customer care and satisfaction. Technicians explain technical diagnoses and required repairs to non-mechanical customers, stay current with changing automotive technology through paid training, and assist and train other technicians. The position requires obtaining or maintaining ASE certification in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment; the company pays test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

Compensation is listed at $20.70–$38.44. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with actual earnings potentially varying based on available work, individual productivity, and experience. Pay meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements.

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.
• Have skills 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 area from A1–A8; L1 certification is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
• Keep 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 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.
• Formal training and performance incentives.
• Supportive onboarding and regular mentorship.
• Professional development and career-growth resources.
• Corporate social responsibility activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed