Senior Automotive Technician – Diagnostics & Leadership

Bridgestone Americas; Jasper (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision - Start day

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a flat-rate pay model that rewards efficiency and expertise, with a focus on delivering high-quality repairs.

The position requires strong knowledge of brakes, hydraulics, steering, suspension, and electrical systems, plus ongoing training and ASE certification goals within the first two years.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license 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.

Skills

Brake systems

Electrical systems

Team leadership

Diagnostics

Education

ASE certifications

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a flat-rate pay model that rewards efficiency and expertise, with a focus on delivering high-quality repairs.

The position requires strong knowledge of brakes, hydraulics, steering, suspension, and electrical systems, plus ongoing training and ASE certification goals within the first two years.