Senior Automotive Technician & Team Leader

Bridgestone Americas; Fairview (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations in the United States is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward better customer care and satisfaction. Pay reflects a flat-rate structure with regional variation and rewards for quality work.

The role emphasizes ongoing training and the potential to earn ASE certifications; the company supports development with paid training and certifications.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Demonstrated skill in brake and hydraulic 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

Driver's license

Brakes & hydraulics

Tire repair

Certifications

Communication

Reading & math

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations in the United States is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward better customer care and satisfaction. Pay reflects a flat-rate structure with regional variation and rewards for quality work.

The role emphasizes ongoing training and the potential to earn ASE certifications; the company supports development with paid training and certifications.