Lead Automotive Technician & Mentor — Diagnostics Expert

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Highway (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, guiding a team to deliver reliable customer care and high satisfaction.

The role requires strong diagnostic skills, the ability to mentor technicians, and a commitment to ongoing training, including ASE certifications. Flat-rate pay rewards efficiency, with opportunities for career growth within Bridgestone's service network.

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

Alignment

Maintenance

Communication

License

Certification

Reading/Writing/Math

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, guiding a team to deliver reliable customer care and high satisfaction.

The role requires strong diagnostic skills, the ability to mentor technicians, and a commitment to ongoing training, including ASE certifications. Flat-rate pay rewards efficiency, with opportunities for career growth within Bridgestone's service network.