Senior Automotive Technician & Team Lead

Bridgestone Americas; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) match

On-demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Altoona, PA is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while leading and mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

You will stay current with rapid automotive tech changes, obtain or maintain ASE certifications, and ensure accurate diagnoses and repairs while delivering Bridgestone quality and service.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Experience with brakes and hydraulics 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.
• 3 years of automotive repair experience.
• ASE certification in at least one A1-A8 (L1 acceptable).

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 ASE certifications in at least three of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Brake systems

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Team leadership

Mentoring

Customer communication

Education

ASE certifications

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Altoona, PA is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while leading and mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

You will stay current with rapid automotive tech changes, obtain or maintain ASE certifications, and ensure accurate diagnoses and repairs while delivering Bridgestone quality and service.