Automotive Senior Technician

Company Overview Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company‑owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is a place to build a career. Wherever you work, you represent the Bridgestone name and are part of our mission to serve society with superior quality. We offer competitive pay, formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages, and a 401(k) plan. Job Category Retail Position Summary The Senior Technician position requires your 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 – $31.62. Technicians earn a performance‑based flat‑rate compensation model that rewards each eligible task. Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements. 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. 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 ASE certifications in at least three of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. Tests and registration fees are paid by the company, and 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 and 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 Three years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments or certifications, or completion of a vocational‑technical school program. ASE certification in at least one of A1‑A8 (L1 certification acceptable). Our Crew Knows 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.

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Professional Development: Resources to help you level up at every career stage. Community Involvement: Opportunities to give back to local communities. Integrity & Teamwork: A culture of doing things right together. What We Offer A supportive and engaging onboarding experience. The opportunity to develop and grow through training and regular mentorship. Corporate Social Responsibility activities. A truly global, dynamic, and challenging work environment. Work/life effectiveness and long‑term well‑being. A diverse and inclusive team. Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals 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 the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bridgestone Americas