Senior Automotive Technician & Team Mentor

Bridgestone Americas; Inverness (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay) program

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. This role offers a flat-rate compensation model reflective of regional earning potential and emphasizes fair compensation practices.

The position provides ongoing formal training, ASE certifications, and opportunities for professional growth, with a strong focus on teamwork

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license.
• Skill in brakes and hydraulics systems and/or steering & suspension and alignments.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance & tire repair.
• 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

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Automotive maintenance

Tire repair

Communication

Reading & math

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. This role offers a flat-rate compensation model reflective of regional earning potential and emphasizes fair compensation practices.

The position provides ongoing formal training, ASE certifications, and opportunities for professional growth, with a strong focus on teamwork