Lead Automotive Technician — ASE Certified & Mentor

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Fort Leonard Wood (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision - Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a small team, and elevate customer care and satisfaction at our Bridgestone Retail Operations site. The role rewards skilled professionals with a flat-rate pay structure and opportunities for ASE certifications.

The position emphasizes continued training, safety, and teamwork, with a focus on delivering quality repairs and maintaining high service standards in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum ASE certifications in at least five of A1-A8 within first two years.
• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications - brakes 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.

Skills

Brake diagnosis

Alignment diagnosis

Electrical systems

Automotive maintenance

Reading & math skills

Education

ASE certification

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a small team, and elevate customer care and satisfaction at our Bridgestone Retail Operations site. The role rewards skilled professionals with a flat-rate pay structure and opportunities for ASE certifications.

The position emphasizes continued training, safety, and teamwork, with a focus on delivering quality repairs and maintaining high service standards in a fast-paced shop environment.