Lead Automotive Technician: Mentor & Drive Quality

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Duluth, MN is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a small team, and ensure high levels of customer care. You will diagnose, repair, and train others while pursuing ASE certifications.

The compensation features a flat-rate pay model with a regional range of $22.90–$42.12 per hour, with current benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, plus a 401(k) match, paid vacation, and on-demand pay

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license at all times.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/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 diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

Maintenance & tire repair

Driver's license

Technical communication

Reading, writing & math

certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Duluth, MN is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a small team, and ensure high levels of customer care. You will diagnose, repair, and train others while pursuing ASE certifications.

The compensation features a flat-rate pay model with a regional range of $22.90–$42.12 per hour, with current benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, plus a 401(k) match, paid vacation, and on-demand pay