Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnostics & Mentoring

Bridgestone Americas; Weaver (AL); On-site; USD 62,150,000 - 120,204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision - starting1

Paid vacation and holidays

ASE certifications training

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. Pay range is $21.69 - $41.95 per hour, with a flat-rate pay model rewarding efficiency and expertise.

We offer fair compensation, ongoing training, ASE certifications, and a supportive environment. Eligible for benefits, vacations, and a 401(k) plan, with opportunities for professional development across our nationwide stores.

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

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/steering/suspension

General automotive maintenance

Reading/writing/math skills

Valid driver's license

Communication of technical info

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. Pay range is $21.69 - $41.95 per hour, with a flat-rate pay model rewarding efficiency and expertise.

We offer fair compensation, ongoing training, ASE certifications, and a supportive environment. Eligible for benefits, vacations, and a 401(k) plan, with opportunities for professional development across our nationwide stores.