Lead Automotive Technician — Diagnostics & Mentorship

Bridgestone Americas; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,000

On-the-job training

ASE certifications

401(k) match

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward improved customer care. The role offers a sign-on bonus up to $2,000 and a flat-rate pay model with potential earnings in this region.

You will stay current through paid formal training, mentor junior techs, and pursue ASE certifications within two years; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license at all times.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance & tire repair.
• 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 & tire

Communication of technical information

Reading/writing/math skills

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward improved customer care. The role offers a sign-on bonus up to $2,000 and a flat-rate pay model with potential earnings in this region.

You will stay current through paid formal training, mentor junior techs, and pursue ASE certifications within two years; a valid driver’s license is required.