Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas

30d • $22 - $38

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 includes diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems to specifications, explaining technical findings and repair needs to customers, and keeping current with automotive technology through continuous paid formal training. Technicians are expected to obtain or maintain 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, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

Compensation is performance-based flat-rate pay, with a stated range of $21.85–$37.70. Actual earnings may vary by region, available work, productivity, and experience. Pay meets or exceeds applicable minimum-wage requirements. The employer describes training, mentorship, professional development, community involvement, and an inclusive team environment as part of the employee experience.

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, suspension, 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 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 necessary repairs 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 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 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.
• Performance incentives.
• Formal training and regular mentorship.
• Professional development resources.
• Supportive onboarding experience.
• Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed