Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 32,635 - 48,959; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) match

Flexible work schedule

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. seeks a Senior Technician in Frederick, Maryland. This role involves diagnosing and repairing automotive systems, utilizing leadership skills to enhance customer satisfaction. Candidates must possess ASE certifications and a valid driver's license. Benefits include medical coverage from day one, paid vacation, and training support.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate expertise in hydraulic systems and effective communication. Join Bridgestone for a rewarding career in automotive service.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various automotive systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses to non-mechanical individuals.
• Train technicians in performing technical activities.

Skills

Brake and hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

General automotive maintenance

Communication skills

Education

ASE certification in at least one of A1–A8

Job description

Position Summary

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

Pay Range: $23.69 - $35.54

Technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay, which rewards skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment. 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 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; 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 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

• 3 years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third-party assessments/certifications, or completion of a vocational-technical school program.
• ASE 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.

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.