Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Southgate, MI

6d•$24 - $38

About The Position

The Senior Technician diagnoses drivability and electrical systems and applies technical expertise, leadership, and mentoring skills to help the team improve customer care and satisfaction. The role includes diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems to specifications, communicating diagnoses and repair needs to customers, keeping current with automotive technology through paid formal training, and assisting and training other technicians. Technicians are expected to obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least three areas among 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 $24.15–$38.44. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with rates reflecting regional earning potential that may vary based on available work, productivity, and experience. Pay meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements. The employer offers medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one, paid vacation and holidays, on-the-job training, company-funded A.S.E. certifications, a flexible work schedule, a 401(k) match, and an available on-demand daily-pay program. Additional offerings include professional development, mentorship, community involvement, and an inclusive work environment.

Requirements

Maintain 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.
A.S.E. certification in at least one area among 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least three areas among A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.