Senior Automotive Technician & Lead Mentor

Bridgestone Americas; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

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 Americas is seeking a Senior Technician at our La Grange, IL location. You will diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

You will work within a payment model based on flat-rate compensation, reflecting regional earning potential for this role. The position requires ASE awareness, strong brakes/suspension skills, and a commitment to ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license at all times.
• Skills in brakes/hydraulics and steering/suspension with alignment know-how.
• General automotive maintenance and tire repair expertise.
• Current federal, state and local certifications/licenses where applicable.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, ignition, suspension and A/C to spec.
• Explain diagnoses and needed repairs to non-technical customers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through continuous paid formal training.
• Assist and mentor technicians in technical tasks.
• Pursue ASE certifications and maintain at least three in A1–A8 within two years.

Skills

Driver's license

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Tire repair

Communication skills

Reading & math

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician at our La Grange, IL location. You will diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

You will work within a payment model based on flat-rate compensation, reflecting regional earning potential for this role. The position requires ASE awareness, strong brakes/suspension skills, and a commitment to ongoing training.