Senior Automotive Technician & Team Mentor

Bridgestone Americas; Lindenhurst (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; 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

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Lindenhurst, IL seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, supervise a team, and drive quality service. The role offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay model ranging from $27.60 to $46.17 per hour, with training and opportunities for ASE certifications.

The successful candidate will diagnose, repair to specifications, stay current with evolving automotive technology, and mentor junior technicians while delivering

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license at all times.
• 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.

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

Tire repair

Communication skills

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Lindenhurst, IL seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, supervise a team, and drive quality service. The role offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay model ranging from $27.60 to $46.17 per hour, with training and opportunities for ASE certifications.

The successful candidate will diagnose, repair to specifications, stay current with evolving automotive technology, and mentor junior technicians while delivering