Lead Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations, part of Bridgestone Americas, in Montgomery, AL, seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

You will diagnose and repair brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, ignition, suspension, and A/C systems; stay current with evolving automotive technology; and assist in training technicians. ASE certifications are encouraged and supported.

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.

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)

Skills

Driver's license

Brakes & hydraulics

Steering & suspension

Maintenance & tire repair

Communication

Reading & math

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations, part of Bridgestone Americas, in Montgomery, AL, seeks a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

You will diagnose and repair brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, ignition, suspension, and A/C systems; stay current with evolving automotive technology; and assist in training technicians. ASE certifications are encouraged and supported.