Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnose, Mentor & Train

Bridgestone; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flat-rate pay model

On-the-job training

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while mentoring a team to elevate customer care and satisfaction.

The position offers a $2,750 sign-on bonus for first-time hires and a pay range of $29.10 to $54.24 per hour. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based flat-rate pay model, on-the-job training, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

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

Driver's license

Brakes diagnosis

Suspension diagnosis

Tire repair

Communication skills

Reading/writing/math

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while mentoring a team to elevate customer care and satisfaction.

The position offers a $2,750 sign-on bonus for first-time hires and a pay range of $29.10 to $54.24 per hour. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based flat-rate pay model, on-the-job training, and a comprehensive benefits package.