Senior Automotive Technician - Diagnostics Leader

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision – day 1

Paid vacation & holidays

On-the-job training & ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. based in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

The role requires ASE certifications, a valid driver's license, and strong skills in brakes, hydraulics, steering, suspension, and tire repair, with ongoing training provided by the company. This full-time, on-site position offers competitive pay, benefits from day one, paid vacation, and

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.

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

Driver's license

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

General auto maintenance

Tech communication

Math & reading/writing

Education

ASE certification

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. based in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

The role requires ASE certifications, a valid driver's license, and strong skills in brakes, hydraulics, steering, suspension, and tire repair, with ongoing training provided by the company. This full-time, on-site position offers competitive pay, benefits from day one, paid vacation, and