Lead Automotive Technician — Diagnostics & Mentorship

bridgestone; Hybla Valley (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision—StartingDay

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Virginia is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for state inspection certifications, with a pay range of $27.72–$49.10 per hour. A performance-based flat-rate pay model and ongoing paid training support professional growth and service quality.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license at all times.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/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 brake, suspension, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Explain 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 within two years of employment.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/Steering/Suspension

Electrical systems

Communication to non-technical people

Paid formal training

A.S.E. certifications progress

Education

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Virginia is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for state inspection certifications, with a pay range of $27.72–$49.10 per hour. A performance-based flat-rate pay model and ongoing paid training support professional growth and service quality.