Lead Auto Technician & Diagnostics Expert

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 35,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Paid vacation

On-the-job ASE certifications

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician in Nashville, TN to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while mentoring a team toward higher customer care. You will lead diagnostic efforts, stay current with evolving automotive tech, and train junior technicians.

The role offers a competitive pay range, a sign-on bonus for first-time hires, and ongoing training with company-supported ASE certifications as part of our benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair.
• 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.

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 five 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)

Skills

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

Electrical systems

Automotive maintenance

Communication

Math literacy

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician in Nashville, TN to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while mentoring a team toward higher customer care. You will lead diagnostic efforts, stay current with evolving automotive tech, and train junior technicians.

The role offers a competitive pay range, a sign-on bonus for first-time hires, and ongoing training with company-supported ASE certifications as part of our benefits package.