Automotive Senior Technician
About The Position
The Senior Technician diagnoses drivability and electrical systems and uses technical expertise, leadership, and mentoring skills to help a team improve customer care and satisfaction. The role includes diagnosing and repairing automotive systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and required repairs to non-mechanical individuals, and keeping current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training. Technicians are expected to 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, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is listed at $20.70–$37.62. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with earnings affected by available work, individual productivity, and experience. Bridgestone states that compensation meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements. The position is with Bridgestone Retail Operations, which operates company-owned automotive service stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, and Wheel Works. The company describes opportunities for training, development, mentorship, community involvement, and work in an inclusive team environment.
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.
- Current federal, state, and local certification or license 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 via third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
- A.S.E. 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 needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
- Stay current with changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.
- Assist and train technicians/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 all teammates.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- On-the-job training and company-funded A.S.E. certifications.
- Flexible work schedule.
- 401(k) match.
- On-demand pay (daily pay) program available.
- Performance incentives.
- Formal training and regular mentorship.
- Professional development resources.
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- Supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
