Lead Automotive Technician | Mentoring, Diagnostics & ASE Ready

bridgestone; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 75,961,000 - 140,663,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician in Skokie, IL to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The position offers a performance-based flat-rate pay model with regional variation and strong commitment to training and certification.

The role requires ASE development within two years, valid driver's license, and proficiency across brakes, alignment, suspension, and tire service.

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
• 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

Brake diagnosis

Electrical systems

Suspension diagnosis

Alignment

Tire maintenance

Communication of technical info

ASE certifications (goal)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician in Skokie, IL to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The position offers a performance-based flat-rate pay model with regional variation and strong commitment to training and certification.

The role requires ASE development within two years, valid driver's license, and proficiency across brakes, alignment, suspension, and tire service.