Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnostics & Mentoring

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Blaine, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,999,000 - 137,997,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus for first-time hires and a pay range of $26.51 - $48.16 per hour. Flat-rate pay rewards efficiency and expertise, with expectations to maintain ASE certifications with company support.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile 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.

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/repair

Alignment/steering/suspension

General automotive maintenance & tire

Communication of technical information

Reading/writing/math skills

A.S.E. certifications (as applicable)

Education

ASE certifications (where applicable)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus for first-time hires and a pay range of $26.51 - $48.16 per hour. Flat-rate pay rewards efficiency and expertise, with expectations to maintain ASE certifications with company support.