Lead Automotive Technician — Mentor & Diagnose

Bridgestone Americas; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 70,000; 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 (BSRO) in Santa Barbara, CA is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a flat-rate pay model with regional earning potential reflecting task-based compensation.

Bridgestone provides formal training, opportunities to obtain ASE certifications, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license.
• 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

Brake repair

Alignment repair

General maintenance

Tire repair

Communication

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Santa Barbara, CA is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a flat-rate pay model with regional earning potential reflecting task-based compensation.

Bridgestone provides formal training, opportunities to obtain ASE certifications, and a comprehensive benefits package.