Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 28,378 - 42,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

401(k) match

On demand pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician in Westerville, Ohio, to leverage your technical expertise in diagnosing drivability and electrical systems. You'll lead and mentor a team to enhance customer satisfaction while enjoying a flat-rate pay structure based on performance.

Ideal candidates possess solid automotive knowledge, must hold a valid driver's license, and A.S.E. certifications in various automotive specialties. The position offers comprehensive benefits from day one!

Qualifications

• Valid automobile driver's license required.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical individuals.
• Proficient in reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various automotive systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs.
• Train technicians in technical activities.

Skills

Brakes and hydraulics systems

General automotive maintenance & tire repair

Communication skills

Education

A.S.E. certification

Vocational-Technical School Program

Job description

Position Summary

Sign On Bonus of $2,000. 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 - $30.85.

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.

Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.

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 first two years of employment (Tests and registrations fees are paid for by company pass or fail. Technicians receive 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 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 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 our 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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.