Lead Automotive Technician — Mentor & Develop ASE Skills

Bridgestone Americas; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision – starting at

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a team toward improved customer care. You will mentor technicians, stay current with automotive tech, and pursue ASE certifications within two years.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous training in a busy Branded service environment. The position offers a competitive pay range and a benefits-oriented culture, with opportunities for development through formal training and

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.

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/repair

Alignment/steering/suspension

Automotive maintenance & tire repair

Electrical/electronic systems

Engine repair

Engine performance

Automatic transmission/transaxle

Manual drivetrain/transmission

Communication of technical information

Reading, writing & math

Job description

Bridgestone Americas is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a team toward improved customer care. You will mentor technicians, stay current with automotive tech, and pursue ASE certifications within two years.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous training in a busy Branded service environment. The position offers a competitive pay range and a benefits-oriented culture, with opportunities for development through formal training and