Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Technician with extensive experience in automotive repair and diagnostics. This role emphasizes leadership, technical expertise, and customer satisfaction as you guide a team to deliver top-notch service. You'll be at the forefront of automotive technology, benefiting from continuous training and performance-based compensation. Join a diverse team that values integrity, teamwork, and community involvement while enjoying comprehensive benefits from day one. If you're passionate about cars and eager to mentor others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

On-the-job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Schedule

401(k) Match

On-demand Pay Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive repair experience is required.
• A.S.E. certification in at least 5 areas is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various automotive systems to specifications.
• Train and assist technicians in technical activities.

Skills

Automotive Repair

Technical Diagnostics

Leadership

Customer Communication

Electrical Systems

ASE Certification

Education

Vocational-Technical School Program

A.S.E. Certification

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Automotive Equipment

Job description

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 $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations 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 401k plan to help build towards your future. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve.

Position Summary

The Lead Technician position requires your experience 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: $22.70 - $41.28

Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay, rewarding our skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible 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.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of automotive repair experience, completion of Vocational-Technical School program in a related field, or demonstrated skills via third-party certificates/assessment.
• A.S.E. certification in at least 5 (five) of A1-A8 (L1 can be one of the five) is required. (New hires with external similar qualifications/certifications will have up to 2 years of employment to comply.)
• Current Federal, State and Local certification/license where applicable.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all our teammates
• Paid vacation and holidays
• On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Flexible work schedule
• 401(k) match
• On-demand pay (daily pay) program available

Our Values

• Professional Development: No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
• Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together.