Senior Automotive Technician: Diagnostics & Mentoring

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; 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

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

The position offers a $1,750 sign-on bonus for first-time hires and a pay range of $23.00–$40.01 per hour. Flat-rate pay rewards productivity and expertise, with company-supported ASE certifications and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile 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.
• 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

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Tire repair

Communication skills

Reading/writing/math

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

The position offers a $1,750 sign-on bonus for first-time hires and a pay range of $23.00–$40.01 per hour. Flat-rate pay rewards productivity and expertise, with company-supported ASE certifications and ongoing training.