Lead Automotive Technician — Diagnose, Mentor & Train

Bridgestone Americas; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; 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

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Wayne, NJ, seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team. The role features flat-rate pay and a commitment to fair compensation that meets minimum wage requirements.

Lead Technicians will stay current with automotive technology, obtain ASE certifications, and train others. The position is full-time and located at a Bridgestone location.

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 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

Driver's license

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

Maintenance & tire repair

Certifications/licenses

Communication skills

Math & literacy

Education

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Wayne, NJ, seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team. The role features flat-rate pay and a commitment to fair compensation that meets minimum wage requirements.

Lead Technicians will stay current with automotive technology, obtain ASE certifications, and train others. The position is full-time and located at a Bridgestone location.