Lead Automotive Technician & Mentor | Flexible Schedule

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Rio Pinar (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation

ASE certifications

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Florida is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a team and ensure high customer care. The role offers a flat-rate pay model with a pay range of $25.13–$49.30 per hour, reflecting regional earning potential.

You'll diagnose and repair to specifications across brakes, exhaust, ignition, suspension, A/C and computer systems, mentor technicians, pursue ASE certifications, and participate in ongoing paid training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• 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.
• Current federal, state and local certification/license where applicable.

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

Brake diagnosis

Electrical systems

Team leadership

ASE certification

Communication

Math skills

Education

ASE Certification program

Tools

ASE Certification

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Florida is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, lead a team and ensure high customer care. The role offers a flat-rate pay model with a pay range of $25.13–$49.30 per hour, reflecting regional earning potential.

You'll diagnose and repair to specifications across brakes, exhaust, ignition, suspension, A/C and computer systems, mentor technicians, pursue ASE certifications, and participate in ongoing paid training.