Automotive Senior Technician

Automotive Senior Technician – Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC 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 locations across North America and more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto‑service sales, BSRO 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.

Retail

The Senior Technician position requires technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to lead a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

Pay range: $18.00 – $30.94 per hour. Technicians earn a flat‑rate pay model that rewards them with a predetermined amount for each eligible task.

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least three of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment (tests and registration fees are paid by the company; a bonus is 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 and hydraulics systems and/or steering & suspension and alignments.
• Skill 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 to help you level up.
• Community involvement: pride in working with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & teamwork: the drive to do things right, together.

We believe people can provide superior service when they bring their whole self to work. We champion all perspectives, individuals and teams so that every teammate’s voice is heard.

• A supportive onboarding experience for a smooth transition into the team.
• 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 and long‑term well‑being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by 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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Retail

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