Senior Automotive Technician – Drivability & Electrical

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision starting on

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) in the United States seeks a Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. A $1,750 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires and pay ranges from $20.70 to $40.01 per hour.

Our technicians run a flat-rate pay model rewarding efficiency and expertise. The company supports ASE certifications and ongoing training, with comprehensive benefits and a strong

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing and math skills.
• Current federal, state and local certification/license where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications across brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, A/C and computer systems.
• Explain diagnoses and needed repairs to non-technical customers.
• Stay current with automotive technology through paid formal training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Obtain or maintain ASE certifications within first two years (fees paid by company).

Skills

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Tire repair

Communication

Reading/writing/math

Education

ASE certification (A1-A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in the United States seeks a Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. A $1,750 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires and pay ranges from $20.70 to $40.01 per hour.

Our technicians run a flat-rate pay model rewarding efficiency and expertise. The company supports ASE certifications and ongoing training, with comprehensive benefits and a strong