Automotive Senior Technician
About The Position
The Automotive Senior Technician diagnoses drivability and electrical systems and applies technical expertise, leadership, and mentoring skills to help a team improve customer care and satisfaction. The role diagnoses and repairs automotive systems to specifications, explains technical issues and required repairs to non-mechanical customers, and supports the training and development of technicians and mechanics. Technicians stay current with changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training. The position requires obtaining or maintaining A.S.E. 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 the outcome and provides a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is performance-based flat-rate pay, with a stated range of $23.00–$38.91. Actual earnings may vary based on available work, productivity, and experience. The role is in Bridgestone Retail Operations’ Retail job category.
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 through third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
- A.S.E. 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 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one for all teammates.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- On-the-job training and company-funded A.S.E. certifications.
- Flexible work schedule.
- 401(k) match.
- On-demand daily pay program available.
- Formal training and performance incentives.
- Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
- Supportive onboarding and regular mentorship.
- Professional development resources.
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- A supportive, engaging, and inclusive team environment.
- Agility and work/life effectiveness and support for long-term well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
