Senior Automotive Technician – Lead Diagnostics & Training

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 56,076,585 - 91,701,321; 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 is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a team toward enhanced customer care. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and ongoing formal training to stay current with automotive technology.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, suspension and alignment, A/C, and communicating findings to customers. ASE certifications are encouraged with company support.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with brakes and hydraulics and/or steering & suspension.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
• 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

Steering & suspension

Tire repair

Technical communication

Reading/writing/math

Education

ASE Certification (A1-A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a team toward enhanced customer care. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and ongoing formal training to stay current with automotive technology.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, suspension and alignment, A/C, and communicating findings to customers. ASE certifications are encouraged with company support.