Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC
Automotive Senior Technician
Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC, Owensboro, Kentucky, us, 42302
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. Whenever you represent the Bridstone name, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to serve society with superior quality.
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 to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. Pay Range: \$18.54 - \$30.97 per hour. Technicians are compensated with a performance‑based, flat‑rate model that rewards each completed task.
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. The company pays for registration, and technicians receive a bonus 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, or 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 required.
Preferred Qualifications
3 years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments or 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.
On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.
Values & Culture
Professional Development: resources to help you level up at any career stage.
Community Involvement: we pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
Integrity & Teamwork: we drive 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 a need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment 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.
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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 to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. Pay Range: \$18.54 - \$30.97 per hour. Technicians are compensated with a performance‑based, flat‑rate model that rewards each completed task.
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. The company pays for registration, and technicians receive a bonus 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, or 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 required.
Preferred Qualifications
3 years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments or 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.
On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.
Values & Culture
Professional Development: resources to help you level up at any career stage.
Community Involvement: we pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
Integrity & Teamwork: we drive 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 a need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment 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.
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