Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnostics & Mentoring

bridgestone; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring to improve customer care and satisfaction. Pay range is $21.69–$41.83 per hour, with a flat-rate pay model reflecting expertise and productivity.

The role includes ongoing paid formal training, opportunities to obtain ASE certifications, and a benefits package. Join a team known for supportive onboarding and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• 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.
• 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

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment diagnosis/repair

Suspension diagnosis/repair

General automotive maintenance

Tire repair

Reading, writing and math skills

Valid driver's license

Communication to non-technical people

Education

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring to improve customer care and satisfaction. Pay range is $21.69–$41.83 per hour, with a flat-rate pay model reflecting expertise and productivity.

The role includes ongoing paid formal training, opportunities to obtain ASE certifications, and a benefits package. Join a team known for supportive onboarding and a strong safety culture.