Senior Automotive Technician – Diagnostics Lead & Mentor

bridgestone; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 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 (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The position offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for state inspection certified candidates and a flat-rate pay model with regional earning potential.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, training technicians, and staying current with automotive technology through formal training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license at all times.
• Demonstrated skills 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.
• 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 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

Driver's license

Brakes & hydraulics

Maintenance & tire repair

Technical communication

Math skills

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The position offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for state inspection certified candidates and a flat-rate pay model with regional earning potential.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, training technicians, and staying current with automotive technology through formal training.