Lead Automotive Technician: Drive Diagnostics & Mentorship

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

401(k) match

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Nashville, TN seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a team toward higher customer care, and mentor peers through formal training.

This role uses a flat-rate pay model with a $2,000 sign-on bonus; pay range listed as $24.10–$48.18 per hour, with growth opportunities through ASE certifications and ongoing skill 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.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment diagnosis

Tire repair

Electrical systems

Communication skills

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Nashville, TN seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a team toward higher customer care, and mentor peers through formal training.

This role uses a flat-rate pay model with a $2,000 sign-on bonus; pay range listed as $24.10–$48.18 per hour, with growth opportunities through ASE certifications and ongoing skill development.