Senior Auto Technician & Team Lead

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Elsmere (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision - Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician in our Retail Operations network. This role diagnoses drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to deliver outstanding customer care.

The position offers a flat-rate pay model, a $3,000 sign-on bonus, and pay reflecting region-specific workload and performance. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brake, hydraulic, electrical, suspension, and A/C systems, plus ongoing training and ASE certification support.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics systems and/or steering & suspension
• 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.
• 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 registrations fees are paid for by company pass or fail. Technicians receive bonus for each test passed)

Skills

Brakes

Hydraulics

Steering

Suspension

Electrical Systems

Air Conditioning

Diagnostics

Tools

ASE Certification Knowledge

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician in our Retail Operations network. This role diagnoses drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to deliver outstanding customer care.

The position offers a flat-rate pay model, a $3,000 sign-on bonus, and pay reflecting region-specific workload and performance. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brake, hydraulic, electrical, suspension, and A/C systems, plus ongoing training and ASE certification support.