Lead Automotive Technician - Mentorship & Diagnostics

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician in Gainesville, GA to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading and mentoring a small team for improved customer care and satisfaction. The role features a flat-rate pay model with a range reflecting regional opportunities.

Bridgestone is committed to fair compensation and ongoing training with ASE certifications, validating skills and fostering growth within a large, national network of Tire and Auto Care locations.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid 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 automotive technology through 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 paid by company; bonus for each test passed.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/steering/suspension

General automotive maintenance

Reading writing math skills

Communication of tech info

Valid driver’s license

Education

Certifications/licenses (federal/state/local)

ASE certifications (A1–A8)

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician in Gainesville, GA to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading and mentoring a small team for improved customer care and satisfaction. The role features a flat-rate pay model with a range reflecting regional opportunities.

Bridgestone is committed to fair compensation and ongoing training with ASE certifications, validating skills and fostering growth within a large, national network of Tire and Auto Care locations.