Lead Automotive Technician — Mentorship & Training

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision – Startingday

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training & ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Savannah, GA is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward enhanced customer care and satisfaction.

The role emphasizes mentorship, ongoing paid training, and ASE certs within two years, with a flat-rate pay structure that reflects regional productivity. Bridgestone supports development and competitive compensation.

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.

Skills

Diagnostics & repair

Leadership

Training & mentoring

Customer communication

ASE certifications experience

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Savannah, GA is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team toward enhanced customer care and satisfaction.

The role emphasizes mentorship, ongoing paid training, and ASE certs within two years, with a flat-rate pay structure that reflects regional productivity. Bridgestone supports development and competitive compensation.