Senior Automotive Technician & Mentor

Bridgestone Americas; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 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)

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while leading a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. The role features a flat-rate pay structure and ongoing training opportunities.

Responsibilities include explaining complex diagnostics to customers, staying updated with automotive tech, and mentoring junior technicians. ASE certifications are encouraged and supported by the company.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license.
• Skilled 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.
• 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

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Tire repair

ASE certifications

Explain diagnoses

Education

ASE Certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while leading a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. The role features a flat-rate pay structure and ongoing training opportunities.

Responsibilities include explaining complex diagnostics to customers, staying updated with automotive tech, and mentoring junior technicians. ASE certifications are encouraged and supported by the company.