Senior Automotive Technician — Lead, Train & ASE Certs

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay) program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to deliver exceptional customer care and satisfaction.

This role features flat-rate pay, ASE certification support, paid training and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, vacation, and a 401(k) plan, with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Skill in brakes/hydraulics systems and/or steering & suspension and alignments.
• General automotive maintenance & tire repair.
• Current federal, state and local certification/license where applicable.
• 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

Brake systems

Electrical systems

Team leadership

Communication skills

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to deliver exceptional customer care and satisfaction.

This role features flat-rate pay, ASE certification support, paid training and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, vacation, and a 401(k) plan, with opportunities for career growth.