Lead Automotive Technician - Mentor, Diagnose & Grow

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 33,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid vacation

ASE certifications

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while applying leadership and mentoring to improve customer care and satisfaction. The pay range shown reflects a flat-rate model with earning potential in this region and is designed to reward expertise and efficiency.

The role emphasizes ongoing paid formal training, ASE certification progression, and a commitment to fair compensation practices in a dynamic auto-service environment.

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 ASE 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

Driver's license

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment & suspension

Auto maintenance & tire repair

Communication of technical info

Reading, writing, math skills

Education

Certifications (federal/state/local)

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while applying leadership and mentoring to improve customer care and satisfaction. The pay range shown reflects a flat-rate model with earning potential in this region and is designed to reward expertise and efficiency.

The role emphasizes ongoing paid formal training, ASE certification progression, and a commitment to fair compensation practices in a dynamic auto-service environment.