Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnostics & Mentorship

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); 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 certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay) program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team to boost customer care and satisfaction. The role emphasizes technical expertise and leadership in a busy repair environment.

Responsibilities include staying current with automotive tech, explaining diagnoses to customers, and pursuing ASE certifications. The position offers a flat-rate pay model with regional variation and a path toward professional development within

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license.
• 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.

Skills

Brake diagnosis/repair

Alignment/ Steering

Suspension diagnosis

General maintenance

Reading/writing/math

Ability to explain tech

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team to boost customer care and satisfaction. The role emphasizes technical expertise and leadership in a busy repair environment.

Responsibilities include staying current with automotive tech, explaining diagnoses to customers, and pursuing ASE certifications. The position offers a flat-rate pay model with regional variation and a path toward professional development within