Automotive Senior Technician
About The Position
Bridgestone Retail Operations is hiring a Senior Technician to diagnose and repair automotive systems and help lead and mentor a team in support of customer care and satisfaction. The role involves explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to customers who are not mechanically trained and keeping current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training. The position offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus for first-time hires and uses performance-based flat-rate pay. The stated regional pay range is $23.00–$41.86; actual earnings may vary based on available work, productivity, and experience. Technicians are expected to obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within their first two years. The company pays test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Bridgestone describes its workplace as supportive and inclusive and offers training, mentorship, development opportunities, and community involvement.
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.
- 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 necessary 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
- $2,000 sign-on bonus for first-time hires.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one for 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 available.
- Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.
- Corporate social responsibility activities.
- Supportive onboarding experience.
- Competitive compensation and performance incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
