Lead Automotive Technician — Mentorship & ASE Training

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 69,056,000 - 118,140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to mentor a team toward higher customer satisfaction. The role emphasizes leadership and hands-on expertise in a busy auto service environment.

Pay range reflects regional rates and is structured as flat-rate pay. Top performers may advance ASE certifications and earn for skilled tasks.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license.
• 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.
• Adeptly 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.

Skills

Brake diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

Maintenance & repair

Technical communication

Reading/writing/math

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to mentor a team toward higher customer satisfaction. The role emphasizes leadership and hands-on expertise in a busy auto service environment.

Pay range reflects regional rates and is structured as flat-rate pay. Top performers may advance ASE certifications and earn for skilled tasks.