Senior Automotive Technician — Lead Diagnostics & Training

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Knickerbocker Corner (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting/

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certified

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Sign-on bonus $2,000

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The role uses a flat-rate pay model and emphasizes ongoing training and skill development.

Pay range is $18.54 to $31.55 per hour, with opportunities for ASE certifications and career growth within Bridgestone. Equal opportunity employer offering comprehensive benefits and a path to advanced certifications.

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.
• 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

Brakes & hydraulics

Electrical systems

Steering & suspension

Tire repair

Communication

ASE certifications

Education

ASE certifications (A1-A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The role uses a flat-rate pay model and emphasizes ongoing training and skill development.

Pay range is $18.54 to $31.55 per hour, with opportunities for ASE certifications and career growth within Bridgestone. Equal opportunity employer offering comprehensive benefits and a path to advanced certifications.