Senior Automotive Technician — Lead, Train & Grow

bridgestone; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; 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

Job summary

Bridgestone is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The pay range shown reflects regional earnings and may vary with workload, productivity, and experience.

The role emphasizes continuous training, ASE certification goals within two years, and a customer-focused approach to repair quality and efficiency in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience with brakes, hydraulics, steering and suspension.
• General automotive maintenance and tire repair.
• Current federal/state/local certification/license where applicable.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.
• Explain 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 ASE certifications in at least three of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Brakes and hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Tire repair

Explain technical info

Math, reading, writing

Job description

Bridgestone is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The pay range shown reflects regional earnings and may vary with workload, productivity, and experience.

The role emphasizes continuous training, ASE certification goals within two years, and a customer-focused approach to repair quality and efficiency in a fast-paced shop environment.