Automotive Senior Technician

Automotive Senior Technician – Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC

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Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company‑owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan to help build toward your future. We champion diversity, inclusion and community involvement, and we value every teammate’s contribution.

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The Senior Technician position requires technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. Pay range: $20.00 – $30.46 per hour. Our flat‑rate compensation model rewards each eligible task with a predetermined amount, reflecting average regional productivity.

• Diagnose and repair to specifications‑ brake, hydraulic, exhaust, primary and advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.
• 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 the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees paid by company; bonus for each test passed).

• Valid automobile driver's license at all times with ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Demonstrated 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.

• 3 years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments/certifications, or completion of a Vocational‑Technical School Program.
• A.S.E. certification in at least one of A1–A8 (L1 certification acceptable).

• Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all teammates.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On‑the‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.

• Professional Development:
  Resources for career growth at all stages.
• Community Involvement:
  Pride in working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  Commitment to doing the right thing together.

Eligibility for employment requires completion of Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification. Temporary work authorization or need for sponsorship may disqualify a candidate.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.