Lead Automotive Technician - Diagnostics & Mentoring

bridgestone; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training & ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand 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 requires ASE-focused development, ongoing training, and the ability to explain diagnoses to customers. Bridgestone emphasizes fair compensation and a strong benefits package, with opportunities for certification. A strong track record in automotive repair is preferred.

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

valid driver's license

brakes diagnosis/repair

alignment, steering & suspension

general automotive maintenance & tire

federal, state and local certification

communicate technical information

reading/writing/math

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 requires ASE-focused development, ongoing training, and the ability to explain diagnoses to customers. Bridgestone emphasizes fair compensation and a strong benefits package, with opportunities for certification. A strong track record in automotive repair is preferred.