Senior Automotive Technician - Lead Diagnostics & Mentorship

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASEcerts

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Aurora, IL is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a team toward improved customer care, and maintain high repair standards.

The role emphasizes paid formal training and a flat-rate pay model. Candidates should aim to obtain ASE certifications, with company support for tests within the first two years of employment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license at all times.
• Experience with brakes & hydraulics and/or steering & suspension and alignments.
• Proficient in general automotive maintenance and 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, ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, A/C and computer systems.
• Explain diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
• Stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology through continued paid formal training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Pursue ASE certifications (A1–A8) within two years; tests paid by the company.

Skills

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

General auto maintenance

Tire repair

Communication of technical information

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Aurora, IL is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a team toward improved customer care, and maintain high repair standards.

The role emphasizes paid formal training and a flat-rate pay model. Candidates should aim to obtain ASE certifications, with company support for tests within the first two years of employment.