Automotive Senior Technician

Position Summary Senior Technician position requires talent and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. Pay Range: $20.60 - $31.31. Technicians earn flat‑rate pay for each eligible task, rewarded for efficiency and swift task accomplishment. Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements. Responsibilities Diagnose and repair to specifications – brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, fuel ignition, electrical, suspension, alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems. 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 the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees are paid by the company; bonus for each test passed). Minimum Qualifications Valid automobile driver’s license at all times with ability to drive customer and company vehicles. Skill in brakes and hydraulics systems and/or steering, suspension, and alignments. Skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair. Current federal, state, and local certifications/licenses where applicable. Ability to communicate technical information to non‑technical people. Reading, writing, and math skills. Preferred Qualifications 3 years of automotive repair experience or completion of a vocational‑technical school program. A.S.E. certification in at least one of A1–A8 (L1 acceptable). Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1. 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. Additional Benefits Professional Development. Community Involvement. Integrity & Teamwork. Employment Eligibility Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Employment Eligibility: If hired, a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or need for sponsorship may disqualify for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bridgestone Americas, Inc.