Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnostics & Mentoring

bridgestone; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician in Overland Park, KS to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring teammates to improve customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a sign-on and a competitive pay range, with ongoing training and ASE certifications supported by the company to develop expertise and career growth within a large, values-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Brakes diagnosis/repair skills required.
• Experience with alignment, steering and suspension diagnosis/repair.
• General automotive maintenance and tire repair experience.
• Current federal, state and local certifications/licenses where applicable.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical people.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, suspension and electrical, A/C and computer systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical customers.
• Stay current with automotive technology through paid formal training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Pursue ASE certifications (A1–A8) within two years; tests paid by the company after pass/fail.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment diagnosis

Maintenance & tires

Communication skills

Reading/Writing

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician in Overland Park, KS to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring teammates to improve customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a sign-on and a competitive pay range, with ongoing training and ASE certifications supported by the company to develop expertise and career growth within a large, values-driven organization.