Senior Automotive Technician: Diagnostics Leader & Mentor

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

Company-funded ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician in Iowa to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team to improve customer care. You’ll work on brakes, alignment, suspension, and more, with ongoing training and ASE certification opportunities.

The role offers a sign-on bonus of $2,000 for first-time hires and a flat-rate pay structure with rates from $22.90 to $48.16 per hour. A valid driver's license and ASE pursuits are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license at all times.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair.
• 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.
• A.S.E. certification in at least 3 of A1-A8.

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 five of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

General automotive maintenance

Reading/writing/math skills

Technical communication

Five years automotive repair ervaring

Education

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician in Iowa to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team to improve customer care. You’ll work on brakes, alignment, suspension, and more, with ongoing training and ASE certification opportunities.

The role offers a sign-on bonus of $2,000 for first-time hires and a flat-rate pay structure with rates from $22.90 to $48.16 per hour. A valid driver's license and ASE pursuits are required.