Lead Automotive Technician — $2K Sign-On, Paid Training

Bridgestone Americas; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to lead a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. This role offers a generous sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay model reflecting task-based rewards.

Qualified candidates will have strong brakes and suspension skills, ASE certifications, and a commitment to ongoing training, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic repair operation.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• 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

Brake diagnosis/repair

Electrical systems

Communication skills

Maintenance & tire repair

Education

A.S.E. certifications (3 of A1–A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to lead a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. This role offers a generous sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay model reflecting task-based rewards.

Qualified candidates will have strong brakes and suspension skills, ASE certifications, and a commitment to ongoing training, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic repair operation.