Senior Automotive Technician: Diagnostics & Leadership

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation & holidays

On-the-job ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay (on demand)

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is hiring a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a team toward higher customer satisfaction. The role emphasizes technical mastery, mentoring, and ongoing training.

Responsibilities include training other technicians, staying updated on automotive tech, and pursuing ASE certifications within two years. A competitive, regionally adjusted wage structure applies.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license at all times.
• 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.

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 fees covered by company).

Skills

brakes & hydraulics systems

steering & suspension

tire repair

communication to non-technical people

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is hiring a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a team toward higher customer satisfaction. The role emphasizes technical mastery, mentoring, and ongoing training.

Responsibilities include training other technicians, staying updated on automotive tech, and pursuing ASE certifications within two years. A competitive, regionally adjusted wage structure applies.