Senior Automotive Technician: Lead Diagnostics & Mentoring

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; 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 Americas, Inc. in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring to drive a team toward higher customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes staying current with automotive technology, pursuing ASE certifications, and training peers. Bridgestone offers comprehensive benefits, on-the-job training, and a commitment to diversity and professional development.

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

General automotive maintenance

Communication skills

Reading/writing/math

Driver's license

Education

ASE certification (A1–A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring to drive a team toward higher customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes staying current with automotive technology, pursuing ASE certifications, and training peers. Bridgestone offers comprehensive benefits, on-the-job training, and a commitment to diversity and professional development.