Lead Automotive Technician - Mentor & Drive Diagnostics

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 90,000; 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

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician for Bridgestone Retail Operations in the U.S. This role focuses on diagnosing drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and service quality.

The position emphasizes ongoing training and adherence to safety and standards. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing a wide range of automotive systems, training junior technicians, and maintaining high service efficiency with a commitment to

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.
• 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.

Skills

Driver's license

Brake diagnosis/repair

Alignment & suspension

Maintenance & tire repair

Technical communication

Reading & math skills

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician for Bridgestone Retail Operations in the U.S. This role focuses on diagnosing drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and service quality.

The position emphasizes ongoing training and adherence to safety and standards. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing a wide range of automotive systems, training junior technicians, and maintaining high service efficiency with a commitment to