Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC; Gardendale (AL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 42,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision starting day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) match

Job summary

A leading retail automotive service provider in Gardendale, AL is seeking an Automotive Senior Technician. This role involves diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems while mentoring a team. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have experience with brakes and hydraulic systems. A.S.E. certifications are preferred. The position offers a competitive pay structure ranging from $19.00 to $30.97 per hour, with comprehensive benefits including training, flexible work schedules, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Experience in brakes and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to communicate technical information.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicle systems.
• Explain diagnoses to non-technical individuals.
• Assist and train technicians.

Skills

Brakes and hydraulics

General automotive maintenance

Ability to explain technical information

Education

Vocational-technical school program completion

Tools

A.S.E. certifications

Job description

Automotive Senior Technician

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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, BSRO 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 health‑care packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan to help build toward your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.

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: $19.00 - $30.97. 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 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).

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.

OUR VALUES GIVE BACK TO YOU

• Professional Development: No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together.

At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.

What We Offer

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• 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 your 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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Retail

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