Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Lansing, MI

27d•$23 - $38

About The Position

The Senior Technician diagnoses drivability and electrical systems and uses technical expertise, leadership, and mentoring skills to help drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. The role involves diagnosing and repairing automotive systems to specifications, communicating repair needs to customers in non-technical terms, and keeping current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training. Technicians are expected to 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, and offers a bonus for each test passed. The position uses a flat-rate, performance-based compensation model. The advertised pay range is $23.00–$38.44, with actual earnings varying by region, available work, productivity, and experience. The company also describes training, benefits, and development opportunities for teammates.

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 certification or license 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 via 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 adequately to non-mechanical individuals.
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 day one for teammates.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications, with test and registration fees paid regardless of test outcome.
401(k) match.
On-demand daily pay program available.
Performance incentives.
Flexible work schedule.
Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.