Senior Automotive Technician & Team Lead

Bridgestone Americas; Kingsville (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑the‑job training

ASE certifications

401(k) plan

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician in Kingsville, TX to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to enhance customer care and satisfaction. The position features a flat-rate pay model tied to performance and regional productivity, with compensation aligned to minimum wage laws where applicable.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brake/hydraulic, electrical, and suspension systems, and training other technicians.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license at all times.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing automotive drivability and electrical systems.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair brakes, hydraulics, steering, suspension, and electrical systems.
• Explain diagnoses and repairs clearly to customers.
• Stay current with automotive technology through ongoing training.
• Assist and mentor fellow technicians in technical tasks.
• Pursue ASE certifications; tests paid by the company, with rewards for passing.

Skills

Brakes & hydraulics

Electrical systems

Suspension & alignment

Communication to non-technical

Reading, writing & math

Education

ASE Certification or automotive tech training

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Senior Technician in Kingsville, TX to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to enhance customer care and satisfaction. The position features a flat-rate pay model tied to performance and regional productivity, with compensation aligned to minimum wage laws where applicable.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brake/hydraulic, electrical, and suspension systems, and training other technicians.