Lead Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Americas; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid vacation

On-the-job training

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to enhance customer care and satisfaction. This role offers a competitive, flat-rate pay model in a busy service environment in State College, PA area.

You will stay current with evolving automotive tech, train others, and pursue ASE certifications within two years. Bridgestone emphasizes growth, support, and equal opportunity in a dynamic retail setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license 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 ASE in at least three of A1–A8 within first two years of employment (fees paid by company; bonus for tests).

Skills

Brakes & hydraulics

General automotive maintenance & tire

Communication skills

Reading/writing/math

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Senior Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to enhance customer care and satisfaction. This role offers a competitive, flat-rate pay model in a busy service environment in State College, PA area.

You will stay current with evolving automotive tech, train others, and pursue ASE certifications within two years. Bridgestone emphasizes growth, support, and equal opportunity in a dynamic retail setting.