Automotive Senior Technician

Company Overview

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 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, holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan to help build toward your future.

We believe in championing all perspectives, creating a diverse team, and giving each teammate the support to bring their whole self to work.

Retail

Eligible for $2,000 sign‑on bonus.

The Senior Technician position requires technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leveraging leadership and mentoring skills to guide a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. Pay ranges from $19.57 to $32.02 per hour on a flat‑rate, performance‑based compensation model. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.

• Diagnose and repair to specifications—brake and hydraulic systems, exhaust, primary and advanced fuel ignition, 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 ASE certifications in at least three of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. Technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Demonstrated skill in brake and hydraulic systems and/or steering, suspension, and alignments.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance and 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.

• Three years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments or certifications, or completion of a vocational‑technical school program.
• ASE 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 to help you level up at any point in your career.
• Community Involvement:
  We pride ourselves on working with local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  We drive to do things right, always, together.

We believe people provide superior service and quality when they bring their whole self to work and are supported to grow. We champion all perspectives and are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. Show us what you are made of.

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic, and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness for your long‑term well‑being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

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

If hired, a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or a need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.