Automotive Senior Technician

Automotive Senior Technician role at 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, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

The company values diversity, inclusion and the opportunity for every teammate to bring their whole self to work.

The Senior Technician position requires technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring teammates to increase customer care and satisfaction.

• Diagnose and repair brake, hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition, suspension, alignment, air conditioning and computer systems to specifications.
• 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; bonuses are awarded 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 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.

• 3 years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments/certifications, or completion of 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‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• Daily pay program available.

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.

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