Senior Automotive Technician & Team Mentor

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; 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

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Senior Technician in The Villages, FL to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The role uses a flat-rate pay model, rewarding efficiency and expertise, with growth through formal training and ASE certification support.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brakes, electrical, HVAC, and engine systems, and mentoring junior technicians. A.S.E.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair.
• 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 five of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Driver's license

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

Auto maintenance

Certifications

Communication skills

Math skills

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Senior Technician in The Villages, FL to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The role uses a flat-rate pay model, rewarding efficiency and expertise, with growth through formal training and ASE certification support.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brakes, electrical, HVAC, and engine systems, and mentoring junior technicians. A.S.E.