Automotive Senior Technician

About the role

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores across North America and generates more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales. The Senior Technician position requires technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals
• Stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training
• Assist and train technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities
• Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least three of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment (Tests and registrations fees are paid for by company; technicians receive a bonus for each test passed)

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles
• Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics systems and/or steering & suspension and alignments
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance & tire repair
• Current federal, state and local certification/license where applicable
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people
• Reading, writing and math skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third-party assessments/certifications, or completion of Vocational-Technical School Program
• A.S.E. certification in at least one of A1–A8 (L1 certification acceptable)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision – starting day 1 for all teammates
• Paid vacation and holidays
• On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications
• Flexible work schedule
• 401(k) match
• On-demand pay (daily pay) program available

Pay

Flat-rate pay ranging from $21.63 to $37.92 per hour; rates reflect average productivity by region and meet or exceed applicable minimum wage requirements.