Lead Automotive Technician & Diagnostics Mentor

Bridgestone Americas; Fairview Heights (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 66,000; 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 (daily pay) program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while leading a team to boost customer care and satisfaction. Pay range is $23.81 - $48.03 per hour, with a flat-rate pay model reflecting task-based earnings.

We offer paid formal training, ASE certifications, and a commitment to fair pay. Join a team dedicated to quality service and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be able to diagnose brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, A/C and computer systems.
• Able to explain technical diagnoses to non-mechanical individuals.
• Must stay current with automotive technology through paid formal training.
• Assist and mentor technicians in performing technical activities.
• Obtain/maintain ASE certifications (A1–A8) within two years; exam fees covered by company.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications across brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, suspension, A/C and electrical systems.
• Explain diagnoses and needed repairs to customers clearly.
• Pursue ongoing training and certification to stay current.
• Assist and train junior technicians in technical tasks.
• Aim to obtain ASE certifications within two years; company covers test fees.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment, steering & suspension

General automotive maintenance & tire

Reading, writing & math

Communication with non-technical

Driver's license

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while leading a team to boost customer care and satisfaction. Pay range is $23.81 - $48.03 per hour, with a flat-rate pay model reflecting task-based earnings.

We offer paid formal training, ASE certifications, and a commitment to fair pay. Join a team dedicated to quality service and ongoing professional development.