Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC
Automotive Senior Technician
Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC, Springfield, Illinois, us, 62777
Automotive Senior Technician – Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC
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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, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality.
Job Category:
Retail
Position Summary:
The Senior Technician position requires your talent and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using your leadership and mentoring skills in driving a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.
Pay Range:
$20.60 – $33.47
Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and 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 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).
Minimum Qualifications
Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics systems 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.
Preferred Qualifications
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).
Benefits
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.
Daily pay program available.
Our Values
Professional Development: Resources to help you level up, no matter where you’re at in your career.
Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with local communities and giving back.
Integrity & Teamwork: Our teams are driven to do things right, always, together.
Employment Eligibility 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.
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, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Retail
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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, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality.
Job Category:
Retail
Position Summary:
The Senior Technician position requires your talent and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using your leadership and mentoring skills in driving a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.
Pay Range:
$20.60 – $33.47
Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and 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 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).
Minimum Qualifications
Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics systems 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.
Preferred Qualifications
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).
Benefits
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.
Daily pay program available.
Our Values
Professional Development: Resources to help you level up, no matter where you’re at in your career.
Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with local communities and giving back.
Integrity & Teamwork: Our teams are driven to do things right, always, together.
Employment Eligibility 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.
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, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Retail
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