Senior Automotive Technician — Lead Diagnostics & Mentoring

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 67,881,000 - 89,172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision - Starting

Paid vacation

ASE certifications funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician in Annandale, VA to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a shop team. The role emphasizes leadership, quality, and customer care, with a performance-based flat-rate pay model.

The ideal candidate will have strong brakes/hydraulics skills, tire repair experience, and ASE certifications or active pursuit. Training and growth opportunities are provided within a values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must have valid automobile 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Brakes & Hydraulics

Communication

Tire repair

Education

ASE certifications (A1-A8) or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician in Annandale, VA to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a shop team. The role emphasizes leadership, quality, and customer care, with a performance-based flat-rate pay model.

The ideal candidate will have strong brakes/hydraulics skills, tire repair experience, and ASE certifications or active pursuit. Training and growth opportunities are provided within a values-driven environment.