Lead Automotive Technician - Diagnostics & Mentorship

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

You will stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology, train colleagues, and work toward ASE certifications within two years of employment. Bridgestone provides comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.

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.
• 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 & suspension

General automotive maintenance

Reading & math skills

Communication of technical info

Driver's license

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

You will stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology, train colleagues, and work toward ASE certifications within two years of employment. Bridgestone provides comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.