Lead Automotive Technician - Mentorship, Diagnostics and Growth

bridgestone; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision – Starting on

Paid vacation & holidays

On-the-job training & ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team focused on customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay model with rates reflecting regional productivity; Bridgestone commits to fair compensation and ongoing training, with opportunities for ASE certifications.

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.
• 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 ASE certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Brake diagnosis

Alignment

Suspension diagnosis

Tire repair

General automotive maintenance

Communication skills

Reading and math skills

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team focused on customer care and satisfaction.

The role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a flat-rate pay model with rates reflecting regional productivity; Bridgestone commits to fair compensation and ongoing training, with opportunities for ASE certifications.