Lead Automotive Technician ASE-Certified Flexible Schedule

Bridgestone Americas; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 100,000; 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

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Lead Technician in West Des Moines to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward improved customer care and efficiency. You'll work in a fast-paced automotive service environment, earn a sign-on bonus, and participate in paid training, ASE certification support, and a performance-based pay model that rewards expertise and reliability.

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage from day one, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan,

Qualifications

• Must have a valid 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.
• ASE certification in at least 3 of A1-A8 (L1 can be one of the three).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair brakes, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, A/C and engine control to spec.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
• Stay current with automotive technology through paid formal training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within first two years.

Skills

Brake diagnosis

Alignment

Suspension diagnosis

General maintenance

Tire repair

Communication skills

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Lead Technician in West Des Moines to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward improved customer care and efficiency. You'll work in a fast-paced automotive service environment, earn a sign-on bonus, and participate in paid training, ASE certification support, and a performance-based pay model that rewards expertise and reliability.

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage from day one, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan,