Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Yakima, WA
•$24 - $43

About The Position

The Senior Technician diagnoses and repairs automotive drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to help a team improve customer care and satisfaction. The role includes explaining technical diagnoses and needed repairs to customers without mechanical expertise, keeping current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training, and helping train other technicians and mechanics. Compensation is listed at $24.15–$42.65. Technicians are paid using a performance-based flat-rate model, with earnings influenced by available work, individual productivity, and experience. The company states that all employees are paid at least the applicable minimum wage. The role also involves obtaining or maintaining ASE certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years; the company pays test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

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, suspension, 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 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 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 performance-based flat-rate compensation model.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications; test and registration fees are paid regardless of test outcome.
  • Bonus for each ASE test passed.
  • Flexible work schedule.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • On-demand daily pay program available.
  • Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.
  • Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
  • Supportive onboarding, an inclusive team, and a dynamic work environment.
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