Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Chapel Hill, NC

24d•$25 - $43

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, explaining technical diagnoses and repair needs to non-mechanical customers, and assisting and training other technicians and mechanics. Technicians stay current with changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training and are required to obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. Test and registration fees are company-paid, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. The position uses a flat-rate, performance-based compensation model. The listed pay range is $25.30–$42.65; actual earnings may vary based on regional available work, productivity, and experience. Pay meets or exceeds 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 and suspension systems 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.
A.S.E. 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 needed repairs clearly 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.
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.
Performance incentives.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
Formal training and regular mentorship.
Professional development resources.
Company-paid A.S.E. test and registration fees, with a bonus for each test passed.