Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas

5d•$22 - $39

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 involves diagnosing and repairing automotive systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to non-mechanical individuals, and keeping current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training. Technicians are expected to obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least three areas among A1–A8 within the first two years of employment; the company pays test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. The role uses a flat-rate, performance-based compensation model. The listed pay range is $21.85–$38.91, with actual earnings potentially varying by region, available work, individual productivity, and experience. Compensation meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements. Bridgestone Retail Operations describes its workforce as part of a larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” The company highlights training, professional development, mentorship, community involvement, teamwork, inclusion, and support for teammates’ well-being.

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 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 of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting 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 pay (daily pay) program available.
Paid formal training.
Performance incentives.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Training and regular mentorship for development and growth.
Corporate social responsibility activities.
Agile work environment supporting work/life effectiveness and long-term well-being.