Lead Automotive Technician | Mentor Techs & Paid Training

bridgestone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Paid vacation

ASE certifications

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to deliver superior customer care. The role includes paid formal training and potential ASE certification bonuses.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brakes, exhaust, electrical systems, and suspension, plus mentoring junior technicians and maintaining safety standards. A valid driver's license and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• 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.
• 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 ASE certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within first two years of employment; tests and fees are paid by the company; technicians receive bonuses for tests passed.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/steering/suspension

General automotive maintenance & tire

Reading/writing and math

Communication of technical information

Digital/ASE training focus

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to deliver superior customer care. The role includes paid formal training and potential ASE certification bonuses.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing brakes, exhaust, electrical systems, and suspension, plus mentoring junior technicians and maintaining safety standards. A valid driver's license and strong communication skills are required.