Senior Automotive Technician & Team Mentor

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 3,410,000 - 4,856,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. based in Nashville, TN, seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for those with current state inspection certifications.

The pay range reflects flat-rate compensation typical for the region. The role emphasizes ongoing training, ASE certifications, and safe maintenance practices, with opportunities to mentor others and grow within

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• Skill in brakes and hydraulics 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 (Fees covered by company; bonus for tests passed).

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Brake & hydraulics

Electrical systems

Team leadership

Communication

Education

ASE certification (A1-A8)

State inspection license

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. based in Nashville, TN, seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for those with current state inspection certifications.

The pay range reflects flat-rate compensation typical for the region. The role emphasizes ongoing training, ASE certifications, and safe maintenance practices, with opportunities to mentor others and grow within