Lead Auto Technician — Paid Training & Growth

Bridgestone Americas; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid time off

ASE training

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations, based in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to guide a service team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a performance-based flat-rate pay structure with regional earning potential and opportunities for ASE certifications through company-funded training. Join a respected global tire and automotive services leader.

Qualifications

• Must have valid 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 ASE 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

Driver's license

Brake diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

Maintenance & tire repair

Certifications/licenses

Communication skills

Reading & math skills

Education

ASE certifications (A1–A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations, based in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to guide a service team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a performance-based flat-rate pay structure with regional earning potential and opportunities for ASE certifications through company-funded training. Join a respected global tire and automotive services leader.