Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnostics & Mentoring

Bridgestone Americas; Powdersville (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward improved customer care. The role emphasizes leadership, training, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The position requires ASE-related certifications or progression, a valid driver's license, and hands-on experience with brakes, alignment, and general automotive maintenance. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Brake diagnosis and repair experience.
• Alignment, steering and suspension diagnosis/repair.
• General automotive maintenance and tire repair knowledge.
• Ability to communicate technical info 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

Brake diagnosis

Alignment diagnosis

General automotive maintenance

Reading, writing & math skills

Effective communication of technical信息

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward improved customer care. The role emphasizes leadership, training, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The position requires ASE-related certifications or progression, a valid driver's license, and hands-on experience with brakes, alignment, and general automotive maintenance. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.