Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone•Southgate, MI

About The Position

The Senior Technician diagnoses drivability and electrical systems and performs automotive repairs to specifications. The role also uses leadership and mentoring skills to help drive the team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. Technicians work under a flat-rate compensation model, with pay based on eligible tasks, available work, individual productivity, and experience. The stated pay range is $24.15–$38.44. The role requires staying current with automotive technology through paid formal training, assisting and training other technicians, and obtaining or maintaining ASE certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays ASE test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

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.
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, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
Explain technical diagnoses and required 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 from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

Competitive pay with a flat-rate compensation model and performance incentives.
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.
ASE test and registration fees paid by the company, and a bonus for each test passed.
Professional development and regular mentorship.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.