Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Lebanon, PA

7d•$22 - $37

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 repairs to customers, and keeping current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training. Technicians use a flat-rate, performance-based compensation model, with pay depending on eligible work, productivity, and experience. The listed pay range is $21.85–$37.20. The company provides paid training and pays for ASE test and registration fees. Senior Technicians are expected to obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within their first two years of employment. A bonus is paid for each test passed. The position also includes assisting and training technicians and mechanics in technical activities.

Requirements

Have a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Demonstrate skill in brake and hydraulic systems and/or steering, suspension, and alignments.
Be skilled 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, 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 expertise.
Stay current with 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 on day one for teammates.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications, including test and registration fees.
Flexible work schedule.
401(k) match.
On-demand daily pay program available.
Performance bonus for each ASE test passed.
Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.
Paid formal training.
Performance-based flat-rate compensation.