Senior Auto Technician: Lead Diagnostics & Mentoring

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Prattville, AL is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to deliver high-quality customer care. In this role, you will diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension and A/C systems, mentor technicians, and pursue ASE certifications.

A valid driver's license and strong communication with non-technical customers are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license.
• 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.

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.
• Adeptly 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 first two years of employment (Tests and registrations fees are paid for by company pass or fail. Technicians receive bonus for each test passed).

Skills

Brake systems

Steering & suspension

General automotive maintenance

Communication of technical information

Reading/writing/math

Education

ASE certification (A1-A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Prattville, AL is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to deliver high-quality customer care. In this role, you will diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension and A/C systems, mentor technicians, and pursue ASE certifications.

A valid driver's license and strong communication with non-technical customers are essential.