Senior Automotive Technician & Lead Mentor

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision – Start day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training & ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while demonstrating leadership to guide a team toward enhanced customer care and satisfaction.

You will diagnose, repair, and explain complex vehicle issues, with ongoing training and opportunities to pursue ASE certifications. This role offers a competitive pay range and a structured path for professional growth within a national tire and auto service network.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• 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 (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

Maintenance & tire repair

Customer communication

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while demonstrating leadership to guide a team toward enhanced customer care and satisfaction.

You will diagnose, repair, and explain complex vehicle issues, with ongoing training and opportunities to pursue ASE certifications. This role offers a competitive pay range and a structured path for professional growth within a national tire and auto service network.