Lead Automotive Technician — Career Growth & ASE Training

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Apple Valley (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership to mentor a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires, with a flat-rate pay model reflecting productivity by region.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brakes, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, air conditioning and computer systems, and staying

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• 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 brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, alignment, and A/C systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
• Stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology through paid formal training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Obtain or maintain ASE certifications (A1–A8) within first two years of employment; tests/fees paid by the company.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/Steering/Suspension

General automotive maintenance

Tire repair

Communication

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking an Automotive Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership to mentor a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires, with a flat-rate pay model reflecting productivity by region.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brakes, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, air conditioning and computer systems, and staying