Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnose, Mentor & Elevate Service

Bridgestone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision - Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while applying leadership to guide a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The position features a flat-rate pay structure with regional earning potential in a busy auto-service environment.

Strong diagnostic skills, ASE certification goals, and a valid driver's license are required. Bridgestone emphasizes ongoing training and professional development for technicians across

Qualifications

• Must have a valid 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.
• 5 years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third party assessments/certifications, or completion of Vocational-Technical School Program.
• A.S.E. certification in at least 3 of A1-A8 (L1 can be one of the three).

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.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/Steering/Suspension

General automotive maintenance

Reading/Writing/Math skills

Communication to non-technical people

Ability to train/lead others

Tools

ASE Certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while applying leadership to guide a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. The position features a flat-rate pay structure with regional earning potential in a busy auto-service environment.

Strong diagnostic skills, ASE certification goals, and a valid driver's license are required. Bridgestone emphasizes ongoing training and professional development for technicians across