Automotive Technician A Tech

Bridgestone Americas•795900 Ft. Riley, KS
•$24 - $49

About The Position

The Automotive Technician (A Tech) uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and helps lead and mentor a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The technician diagnoses and repairs automotive systems to specifications, explains technical findings and necessary repairs to customers, and keeps current with automotive technology through paid formal training. The role includes assisting and training other technicians and obtaining or maintaining ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays ASE test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is listed at $23.81–$48.53. Technicians are paid under a flat-rate, performance-based model, and actual earnings may vary based on available work, productivity, and experience. Pay meets or exceeds applicable minimum-wage requirements.

Requirements

  • Maintain a valid automobile driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
  • Demonstrated skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
  • Demonstrated skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
  • Demonstrated skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
  • Hold 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

  • 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.
  • ASE certification in at least three areas from A1–A8; L1 may count as one of the three. ASE certifications in Brakes and Steering & Suspension are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel and ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air-conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
  • Explain technical diagnoses and needed 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 ASE certifications in at least five 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 ASE 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.
  • Professional development, training, and mentorship.
  • Supportive onboarding experience.
  • Corporate social responsibility activities.
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