Lead Automotive Technician — Drive Diagnostics & Team Growth

Bridgestone Americas; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; 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)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Florida is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead and mentor a service team, and ensure high customer care. The role offers flat-rate pay and a pay range of $22.90-$42.36 per hour, with benefits starting day one and opportunities for ASE certifications.

The position requires ASE certifications, strong communication, and the ability to train others. This is a full-time, on-site role with paid training and career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: valid driver's license; brakes; alignment/suspension; general automotive maintenance; certifications where applicable; ability to explain technical info; basic math/reading/writing.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specs: brakes, exhaust, fuel ignition, electrical, suspension, A/C and control systems.
• Explain diagnoses and needed repairs to non-technical customers.
• Stay current with evolving automotive tech via paid training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Pursue ASE certifications (A1–A8) within two years; tests paid by company; bonuses for passed tests.

Skills

brakes diagnosis/repair

alignment & suspension

general automotive maintenance

reading/writing/math

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Florida is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead and mentor a service team, and ensure high customer care. The role offers flat-rate pay and a pay range of $22.90-$42.36 per hour, with benefits starting day one and opportunities for ASE certifications.

The position requires ASE certifications, strong communication, and the ability to train others. This is a full-time, on-site role with paid training and career development.