Lead Automotive Technician: Drive Diagnostics & Team Growth

Bridgestone Americas; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

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 (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while providing leadership and mentoring to a service team. The role emphasizes high-quality customer care and efficient service delivery.

You will work in a performance-based flat-rate pay environment with opportunities to obtain ASE certifications, and you will be eligible for strong benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile 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.
• Preferred: Electrical/electronic systems, Engine repair, Engine performance, Automatic transmission/transaxle, Manual drivetrain/transmission, Automotive heating/AC.
• ASE certification in at least 3 of A1-A8 (L1 can be one of the three)

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 ASE certifications in at least five of A.S.E. A1 - A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/Steering/Suspension

Automotive maintenance & tire repair

Communication of technical information

Reading/Writing/Math basics

Vehicle operation/driver duties

Tools

ASE Certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while providing leadership and mentoring to a service team. The role emphasizes high-quality customer care and efficient service delivery.

You will work in a performance-based flat-rate pay environment with opportunities to obtain ASE certifications, and you will be eligible for strong benefits and ongoing training.