Lead Auto Technician & Mentor (ASE-Cert)

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Yucaipa (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision – Start day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training & ASE certs funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to mentor a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. You will lead by example, explain complex repairs to customers, and stay updated through ongoing paid training.

The role emphasizes ASE certifications and continued skill advancement in a fast-paced retail environment, with opportunities for referrals and career growth at Bridgestone.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid automobile driver’s license.
• 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.

Skills

Driver's license

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

Maintenance & tire repair

Communication skills

Reading/writing/math

Education

ASE certifications

Tools

ASE certifications tracking

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to mentor a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. You will lead by example, explain complex repairs to customers, and stay updated through ongoing paid training.

The role emphasizes ASE certifications and continued skill advancement in a fast-paced retail environment, with opportunities for referrals and career growth at Bridgestone.