Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Detroit, MI

13d•$23 - $41

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 diagnoses and repairs vehicle systems to specifications and explains technical diagnoses and needed repairs to customers who may not have mechanical knowledge. Technicians stay current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training and assist and train other technicians and mechanics. Pay ranges from $23.00 to $40.73. Technicians are paid using a performance-based flat-rate model, with earnings varying by available work, productivity, and experience. The company states that pay meets or exceeds applicable minimum-wage requirements. ASE testing and registration fees are company-paid, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. The role requires a valid automobile driver's license, the ability to drive customer and company vehicles, and current applicable federal, state, and local certifications or licenses. Within the first two years of employment, technicians must obtain or maintain ASE certification in at least three areas from A1–A8.

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 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 of 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 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

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications, including paid test and registration fees.
Flexible work schedule.
401(k) match.
On-demand pay (daily pay) program available.
Performance incentives and a performance-based flat-rate compensation model.
Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.