Lead Automotive Technician | Mentorship & ASE Path

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) match

On-demand pay

ASE certifications funded

On-the-job training

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Lafayette, IN seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, mentor team members, and ensure high customer care and satisfaction. The role requires ASE certifications and ongoing training; the pay model is flat-rate within the region.

Strong communication with customers is essential for explaining repairs. The position emphasizes leadership, hands-on diagnostics, and delivering quality service while maintaining up-to-date knowledge

Qualifications

• Valid automobile driver's license required.
• Brake diagnosis/repair skills essential.
• Reading, writing and math skills required.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical customers.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications for brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, A/C and computers.
• Explain diagnoses and needed repairs to customers.
• Stay current with automotive tech through paid training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical tasks.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Electrical/electronic systems

Engine repair

Suspension/steering diagnosis

Communication to non-technical people

Reading/writing/math skills

Education

ASE certifications (A1–A8)

Vocational-technical training

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Lafayette, IN seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, mentor team members, and ensure high customer care and satisfaction. The role requires ASE certifications and ongoing training; the pay model is flat-rate within the region.

Strong communication with customers is essential for explaining repairs. The position emphasizes leadership, hands-on diagnostics, and delivering quality service while maintaining up-to-date knowledge