Senior Automotive Technician | Lead Diagnostics & Training

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Chesapeake, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 65,000; 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 (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Chesapeake, VA seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction.

Our flat-rate pay model rewards skilled professionals; a $3,000 sign-on bonus applies for state inspection certifications. The role includes ongoing training, ASE certification support, and a commitment to fair compensation and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license at all times and ability 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 explain 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

Brake systems

Electrical systems

Leadership/mentoring

Communication to non-technical

Education

ASE certifications (A1-A8) or equivalent

State inspection license (plus)

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Chesapeake, VA seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction.

Our flat-rate pay model rewards skilled professionals; a $3,000 sign-on bonus applies for state inspection certifications. The role includes ongoing training, ASE certification support, and a commitment to fair compensation and development opportunities.