Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone•Miami Beach, FL

27d

About The Position

The 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 includes diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to non-mechanical individuals, and staying current with automotive technology through paid formal training. The technician also assists and trains other technicians and mechanics. Employees must obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment; the company pays test and registration fees regardless of outcome, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is listed at $23.00–$40.73. Technicians are paid under a flat-rate, performance-based model, with earnings reflecting regional potential and varying with available work, productivity, and experience. Bridgestone states that employees receive at least the applicable minimum wage. The posting describes a workplace focused on training, mentorship, inclusion, teamwork, community involvement, and professional development. The role is in Bridgestone Retail Operations’ retail business.

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.
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, 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

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day for all 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.
Formal training and performance incentives.
Company-paid ASE test and registration fees, regardless of test outcome.
Bonus for each ASE test passed.
Professional development and regular mentorship.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.