Senior Automotive Technician — Lead Diagnostics & Mentorship

Bridgestone Americas; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 42,705; 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 (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician for our Bridgestone Retail Operations in the United States. You will diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a small team, and focus on customer care and satisfaction.

You will perform repairs, stay current with automotive tech, and strive for ASE certifications; the role offers competitive pay, on-the-job training, and benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times 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.
• 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 the first two years of employment. Tests and registration fees are paid for by the company. Technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Brake & hydraulics

Tire repair

Communication of technical info

Reading, writing and math

General automotive maintenance

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician for our Bridgestone Retail Operations in the United States. You will diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a small team, and focus on customer care and satisfaction.

You will perform repairs, stay current with automotive tech, and strive for ASE certifications; the role offers competitive pay, on-the-job training, and benefits from day one.