Senior Automotive Technician & Mentor (ASE)

Bridgestone Americas; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; 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 Retail Operations (BSRO) in the United States is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, and to mentor a team toward higher customer satisfaction. The role features a regional pay range of $23.00–$38.91 per hour under a performance-based flat-rate system, along with strong on-the-job training and ASE certification opportunities.

The technician will diagnose brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, ignition, suspension, air conditioning and computer systems;

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license at all times.
• Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics and/or steering & suspension and alignments.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance & tire repair.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing and math skills.
• Current federal, state and local certification/license where applicable.

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

Technical communication

Reading & math

ASE certifications

Driver's license

Tools

ASE Certification

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in the United States is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, and to mentor a team toward higher customer satisfaction. The role features a regional pay range of $23.00–$38.91 per hour under a performance-based flat-rate system, along with strong on-the-job training and ASE certification opportunities.

The technician will diagnose brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, ignition, suspension, air conditioning and computer systems;