Automotive Technician A

Bridgestone•Davenport, IA

About The Position

The Automotive Technician A position uses automotive experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, complete repairs to specifications, and help lead and mentor other technicians. The role focuses on delivering quality customer care and satisfaction while explaining technical diagnoses and needed repairs to customers and other non-mechanical individuals. Technicians receive paid formal training to stay current with changing automotive technology. The position requires obtaining or maintaining A.S.E. certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays testing and registration fees whether or not the technician passes, and provides a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is listed as $25.13–$54.24. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with earnings depending on eligible work, productivity, experience, and available work in the region. The employer states that all employees receive at least the applicable minimum wage.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Demonstrate skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
Demonstrate skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
Demonstrate skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
Hold current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
Be able to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
Have reading, writing, and math skills.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drivetrain/transmission, or automotive heating and air conditioning.
Five 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 three of A1–A8; L1 may count as one of the three. Brakes and Steering & Suspension A.S.E. certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair, to specifications, brakes and hydraulic systems, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical systems, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems.
Explain technical diagnoses and necessary repairs adequately 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 five of 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.
Performance incentives.
Formal training and professional development.
Paid A.S.E. testing and registration fees, whether the technician passes or fails, and a bonus for each test passed.
Onboarding, training, and regular mentorship.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.