Lead Automotive Technician: Drivability & Electrical

Bridgestone Americas; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid vacation & holidays

ASE certifications

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Saint Louis Park, MN is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while mentoring a team to boost customer care and satisfaction.

The role emphasizes hands-on diagnostic work, ongoing paid training, and opportunities to obtain ASE certifications. A $2,750 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires. Competitive flat-rate pay within the posted range.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• 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

Alignment diagnosis

Electrical systems

Technical communication

ASE certifications

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Saint Louis Park, MN is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while mentoring a team to boost customer care and satisfaction.

The role emphasizes hands-on diagnostic work, ongoing paid training, and opportunities to obtain ASE certifications. A $2,750 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires. Competitive flat-rate pay within the posted range.