Senior Automotive Technician & Team Leader — $2K Sign-On

Bridgestone Americas; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision – Day 1

Paid vacation & holidays

ASE certifications & training

Flexible scheduling

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Reno, NV is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leveraging leadership to guide a team toward exceptional customer care. The role uses a flat-rate pay model with a pay range of $23.00–$47.56 per hour, reflecting regional earning potential.

We provide continuous training, ASE certification support, and a comprehensive benefits package aimed at helping technicians grow professionally and deliver top-quality service.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics 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.
• Preferred: 3 years of automotive repair experience; ASE certification 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 (Tests and registrations fees are paid for by company pass or fail. Technicians receive bonus for each test passed)

Skills

Brakes & Hydraulics

Steering & Suspension

General Automotive Maintenance

Reading & Math

Communication Skills

Education

ASE certifications (A1-A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Reno, NV is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leveraging leadership to guide a team toward exceptional customer care. The role uses a flat-rate pay model with a pay range of $23.00–$47.56 per hour, reflecting regional earning potential.

We provide continuous training, ASE certification support, and a comprehensive benefits package aimed at helping technicians grow professionally and deliver top-quality service.