Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 31,216 - 47,045; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

401(k) match

On-demand pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician in Des Plaines, Illinois. This role requires expertise in diagnosing and repairing various automotive systems, coupled with leadership skills to mentor fellow technicians. Responsibilities include managing brake, electrical, and suspension systems, along with facilitating training sessions for team members. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and demonstrate proficiency in automotive maintenance and repairs. The position offers benefits like health insurance, vacation days, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid automobile driver’s license required.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair brake, hydraulic, exhaust, and electrical systems.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Stay current with automotive technology through ongoing training.

Skills

Skilled in brakes and hydraulics systems

Communication of technical information

General automotive maintenance

Education

Vocational-Technical School Program

A.S.E. certification in A1-A8

Job description

Job Category

Retail

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 to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

Pay Range: $22.66 - $34.15

Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards our skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment, ensuring you're fairly rewarded for your expertise and dedication. These rates reflect average productivity by region.

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 – 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 are paid for 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.

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.

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.