Senior Automotive Technician - Team Lead

Bridgestone Americas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician in Chicago to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a pay range of $22.66 - $34.15 per hour under a flat-rate compensation model, with performance-based rewards. Ongoing paid training and opportunities to obtain ASE certifications are provided.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license at all times; able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Experience with brakes and hydraulics systems and/or steering, suspension and alignments.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
• 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.

Skills

Driver's license

Brakes & hydraulics

Maintenance & tire repair

Certifications/licenses

Communication skills

Reading & math

Education

ASE certification

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician in Chicago to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a pay range of $22.66 - $34.15 per hour under a flat-rate compensation model, with performance-based rewards. Ongoing paid training and opportunities to obtain ASE certifications are provided.