Automotive Senior Technician

Automotive Senior Technician – Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC

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, BSRO offers a career path on a global scale. We value competitive pay, formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation, healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees and a 401(k) plan.

We champion diversity and inclusion, encouraging every teammate to bring their whole self to work.

Job Category: Retail

The Senior Technician uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, leading and mentoring a team to increase customer care and satisfaction.

Pay Range: $22.00 – $34.76 per hour (flat‑rate pay model)

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake, hydraulic, exhaust, advanced fuel ignition, electrical, suspension, 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least three of A1 – A8 within the first two years of employment (company pays tests; bonus for each test passed).

• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Demonstrated skill in brakes, hydraulics, 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 and demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments or completion of a Vocational‑Technical School Program.
• A.S.E. certification in at least one of A1‑A8 (L1 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 every teammate level up.
• Community Involvement – Working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork – Doing things right, together.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to 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.

Employment Eligibility: 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.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Retail