Lead Automotive Technician | Diagnostics & Team Mentoring

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. based in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

The role requires ASE certifications, a valid driver’s license, and ongoing training. The position offers a competitive, performance-based, flat-rate pay model and opportunities for career growth within Bridgestone’s network.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile 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. (Tests and registration fees are paid for by company pass or fail. Technicians receive bonus for each test passed)

Skills

Driver's license

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

General automotive maintenance

CO/Certification awareness

Communication skills

Reading/Writing/Math

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. based in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction.

The role requires ASE certifications, a valid driver’s license, and ongoing training. The position offers a competitive, performance-based, flat-rate pay model and opportunities for career growth within Bridgestone’s network.