Senior Automotive Technician - Lead Tech & ASE Growth

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Flexible work schedule

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bridgestone America, Inc. is hiring a Senior Technician in Chicago to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to lead a team toward higher customer care. You will diagnose, repair, and explain work clearly, while staying up to date with evolving automotive technology and receiving company-funded ASE certifications.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork, with a focus on on-site work at Bridgestone locations and opportunities for growth within a global tire and service network.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license at all times.
• Skilled in brakes and hydraulics or steering and suspension.
• ASE certifications in at least three of A1–A8.
• Able to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing and math skills.
• 3 years of automotive repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, alignment, A/C and computer systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
• Stay current with automotive technology through paid training.
• Assist and train technicians in technical activities.
• Obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least three of A1–A8.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Electrical systems

Communication skills

Reading/writing/math

Education

ASE certifications (A1–A8)

Job description

Bridgestone America, Inc. is hiring a Senior Technician in Chicago to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to lead a team toward higher customer care. You will diagnose, repair, and explain work clearly, while staying up to date with evolving automotive technology and receiving company-funded ASE certifications.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork, with a focus on on-site work at Bridgestone locations and opportunities for growth within a global tire and service network.