Automotive Senior Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision from day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas in Des Plaines, Illinois, is looking for a Senior Technician to diagnose and repair automotive systems while mentoring fellow technicians. This role requires a valid driver's license and skills in brakes, electrical, and suspension systems. The position offers competitive pay on a flat-rate model, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, and opportunities for ASA certification. Join a company dedicated to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license.
• Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics systems.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various automotive systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and repairs to customers.
• Assist and train technicians in technical activities.

Skills

Skill in brakes and hydraulics

General automotive maintenance

Ability to communicate technical information

Education

Vocational-Technical School Program

A.S.E. certification (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 in driving 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.

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 registration fees are 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.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.