Automotive Senior Technician
About The Position
Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), part of Bridgestone Americas, operates more than 2,200 company-owned retail stores across North America. The Automotive Senior Technician diagnoses drivability and electrical systems and uses technical expertise, leadership, and mentoring skills to help the team improve customer care and satisfaction. The role uses a flat-rate, performance-based compensation model. The listed pay range is $26.45–$44.53, with actual earnings varying based on available work, productivity, and experience. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered to new hires only. The company provides paid formal training and funds ASE test and registration fees; technicians receive a bonus for each ASE test passed. Technicians are expected to diagnose and repair a range of vehicle systems, explain technical findings to customers, stay current with automotive technology, and assist in training other technicians. The role also requires obtaining or maintaining ASE certifications in at least three of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.
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.
- 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 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 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 of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.
Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus for new hires only.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
- 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.
- Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
- Performance incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
