Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 44,648; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision starting day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) match

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

A leading retail company in Clearwater, Florida is looking for an Automotive Senior Technician who will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing drivability and electrical systems while training other technicians. The ideal candidate will have strong communications skills and relevant A.S.E. certifications. This full-time position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license.
• Skilled in brakes and hydraulics systems and general automotive maintenance.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses to non-mechanical individuals.
• Assist and train technicians in technical activities.

Skills

Brakes and hydraulics systems

General automotive maintenance

Communication of technical information

Education

A.S.E. certification in at least one of A1–A8

Vocational-technical school program

Job description

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 the right place to build a career. Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to serve society with superior quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan to help build toward your future.

Position Summary

The Senior Technician position requires your talent and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using your leadership and mentoring skills in driving a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

Pay Range: $19.00 – $32.41 per hour. Our technicians enjoy a performance‑based compensation model known as flat‑rate pay, rewarding skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task.

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 the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees paid by the company; technicians receive a bonus for each test passed).

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able 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 a 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.

Our Values

• Professional Development: resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement: pride in working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork: drive to do things right, always, 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.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and long‑term well‑being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Retail