Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone•Grapevine, TX

About The Position

The Automotive Senior Technician diagnoses and repairs automotive systems to manufacturer specifications, with an emphasis on drivability and electrical systems. The role uses technical expertise along with leadership and mentoring skills to help the team improve customer care and satisfaction. Technicians are paid under a flat-rate compensation model, which pays a predetermined amount for each eligible task; actual earnings may vary based on available work, productivity, and experience. The listed pay range is $21.85–$38.24. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires. The position includes ongoing paid formal training and company-funded ASE certification testing and registration fees. Employees must obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least three areas among A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company also describes professional development, mentorship, community involvement, and an inclusive team 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.
Have skills 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.
ASE certification in at least one area among 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 necessary 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 among A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

$2,000 sign-on bonus for first-time hires.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications, including paid test and registration fees.
401(k) match.
On-demand daily pay program.
Performance incentives.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
Formal training, professional development, and regular mentorship.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.