Lead Automotive Technician - Mentor, Diagnose, Grow

TX06 Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC.; James Island (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; 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) program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. You’ll apply your hands-on expertise in brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, suspension, and electrical systems, and mentor junior technicians.

The role emphasizes ongoing training, ASE certifications, and a commitment to quality service in a fast‑paced automotive environment. This position is based on our U.S.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• 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

Driver's license

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

General automotive maintenance

Certifications/licenses

Communication skills

Reading & math skills

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while guiding a team toward higher customer care and satisfaction. You’ll apply your hands-on expertise in brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, suspension, and electrical systems, and mentor junior technicians.

The role emphasizes ongoing training, ASE certifications, and a commitment to quality service in a fast‑paced automotive environment. This position is based on our U.S.