Senior Automotive Technician - Lead Diagnostics & Training

bridgestone; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision starting at

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) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a team, and mentor others for improved customer care and satisfaction. The role emphasizes hands-on repair across brakes, hydraulics, electrical, and climate control, with ongoing formal training and ASE certification support.

The position offers a pay range of $21.63–$37.61 per hour, a flat-rate pay model, and benefits such as health coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching,

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Experience with brakes, hydraulics, steering, suspension and alignments.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance and 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.
• 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

Tire repair

General auto maintenance

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Explain technical info

Reading/writing/math

Driver's license

Education

ASE certification (A1-A8) or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a team, and mentor others for improved customer care and satisfaction. The role emphasizes hands-on repair across brakes, hydraulics, electrical, and climate control, with ongoing formal training and ASE certification support.

The position offers a pay range of $21.63–$37.61 per hour, a flat-rate pay model, and benefits such as health coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching,