Lead Automotive Technician & Mentor

Bridgestone Americas; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 79,430,000 - 140,692,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, Dental and Vision – First day

401(k) match

On-the-job training

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for those with current State Inspection certifications and a flat-rate pay model based on tasks completed.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brake, hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition, electrical, suspension and A/C systems, and training others.

Qualifications

• Valid driver license required.
• Brakes diagnosis/repair experience.
• Alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair experience.
• General automotive maintenance & tire repair experience.
• 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.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to customers clearly.
• Stay current with automotive technology through ongoing paid training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Pursue ASE certifications (A1–A8) with company support and bonuses for tests passed.

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for those with current State Inspection certifications and a flat-rate pay model based on tasks completed.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brake, hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition, electrical, suspension and A/C systems, and training others.