Lead Automotive Technician & Mentor | Diagnostics Expert

Bridgestone; North Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000

On-the-job training

401(k) match

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in North Richland Hills, TX seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay structure reflecting regional earning potential.

Pay range is $25.13–$40.87 per hour, with pay progression based on certifications and performance. Training and ASE certifications are supported, and a commitment to fair compensation is emphasized.

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.
• Strong understanding of electrical/electronic systems.
• Engine repair.
• Engine performance.
• Automatic transmission/transaxle.
• Manual drivetrain/transmission.
• Automotive heating/AC.
• 5 years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third party assessments/certifications, or completion of Vocational-Technical School Program.
• A.S.E. certification in at least 3 of A1-A8 (L1 can be one of the three - Brakes and Steering & Suspension A.S.E.s preferred)

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 A.S.E. tests A1-A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Driver's license

Brakes

Alignment & suspension

Maintenance & tires

Communication

Reading & math

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in North Richland Hills, TX seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay structure reflecting regional earning potential.

Pay range is $25.13–$40.87 per hour, with pay progression based on certifications and performance. Training and ASE certifications are supported, and a commitment to fair compensation is emphasized.