Senior Automotive Technician — Lead Diagnostics & Training

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while applying leadership to improve customer care and service outcomes.

You will mentor technicians, stay current with evolving automotive technology through paid training, and uphold safety and quality standards. A.S.E. certifications and ongoing education supported by the company.

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

Driver's license

Brakes & hydraulics

Tire repair

Communication skills

Math & literacy

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while applying leadership to improve customer care and service outcomes.

You will mentor technicians, stay current with evolving automotive technology through paid training, and uphold safety and quality standards. A.S.E. certifications and ongoing education supported by the company.