Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Bozeman, MT

30d•$21 - $43

About The Position

The Senior Technician diagnoses drivability and electrical systems and uses technical expertise, leadership, and mentoring skills to help a team improve customer care and satisfaction. The role includes diagnosing and repairing automotive systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to customers in accessible terms, and staying current with automotive technology through paid formal training. Technicians are expected to obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least three of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays test and registration fees regardless of test outcome, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is listed at $20.70–$42.65 per hour in the posting. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with earnings dependent on eligible tasks, available work, individual productivity, and experience. Pay must meet or exceed applicable minimum wage requirements.

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.
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, fuel and ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air-conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
Explain technical diagnoses and required repairs adequately to people without mechanical expertise.
Keep 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

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 available.
Performance-based flat-rate compensation.
Bonus for each ASE test passed.
Paid formal training.
Professional development and regular mentorship.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
Agility and work/life effectiveness support.