Senior Automotive Technician — Lead, Train & Grow

Bridgestone Americas; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

On-the-job training

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Senior Technician in Missouri to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership to mentor a team toward excellent customer care and faster repairs. The role uses a flat-rate pay model with earnings potential of $20.60–$31.62 per hour in this region; the company covers ASE certifications and ongoing training, plus benefits and growth opportunities.

Must have valid driver’s license and ASE certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• 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

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Electrical diagnostics

Diagnostics & repair

Communication skills

Education

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Senior Technician in Missouri to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership to mentor a team toward excellent customer care and faster repairs. The role uses a flat-rate pay model with earnings potential of $20.60–$31.62 per hour in this region; the company covers ASE certifications and ongoing training, plus benefits and growth opportunities.

Must have valid driver’s license and ASE certifications preferred.