Senior Automotive Technician: Lead Diagnostics & Training

Bridgestone; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Paid vacation & holidays

On-the-job training & ASE certs

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical issues while leading a team to boost customer care and satisfaction. The role includes a $1,000–$2,000 sign-on bonus and a pay range of $26.45–$43.89 per hour, with a flat-rate pay model reflecting performance and efficiency.

The ideal candidate brings strong brake/hydraulics skills, ASE readiness, and commitment to ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Brakes & hydraulics

Electrical systems

Suspension & alignment

Communication

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical issues while leading a team to boost customer care and satisfaction. The role includes a $1,000–$2,000 sign-on bonus and a pay range of $26.45–$43.89 per hour, with a flat-rate pay model reflecting performance and efficiency.

The ideal candidate brings strong brake/hydraulics skills, ASE readiness, and commitment to ongoing training.