Automotive Senior Technician

Bridgestone Americas; Harrisburg (NC); On-site; USD 28,378 - 43,573; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

401(k) match

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas in Harrisburg, North Carolina is seeking a Senior Technician to apply automotive expertise while leading a team to enhance customer service. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing various vehicle systems, mentoring junior technicians, and staying updated with industry technology. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $20.60 to $31.63 and additional benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, training programs, and a 401(k) match. Join our diverse team and build your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license.
• Ability to diagnose drivability and electrical systems.
• Skilled in brakes, hydraulic systems, and tire repair.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Electrical systems

Team leadership

Customer care

Education

Vocational-Technical School Program

Tools

A.S.E. certifications (A1–A8)

Job description

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. 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 champion 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.

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: $20.60 – $31.63. 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, swift task accomplishment and fair reward for 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 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 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 hydraulic systems and/or steering & suspension & 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 insurance – 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 & Culture

• Professional Development: Resources to help you level up regardless of your career stage.
• Community Involvement: Working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Doing things right, always, together.

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

When 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.