Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Technician to leverage their technical expertise in diagnosing and repairing automotive systems. This role emphasizes leadership and mentoring, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction while staying updated with the latest automotive technologies. The company offers a performance-based compensation model, competitive benefits, and a supportive environment that values diversity and professional development. If you are passionate about automotive repair and enjoy leading a team, 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

Daily Pay Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive repair experience 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 performing technical activities.

Skills

Automotive Repair

Electrical Systems Diagnosis

Leadership

Customer Care

Communication Skills

Education

Vocational-Technical School Program

A.S.E. Certification

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Automotive Repair 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 start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. 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 people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. 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: $21.60 - $37.27

Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards our skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment, ensuring you're fairly rewarded for your expertise and dedication. These rates reflect average productivity by region.

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.