Lead Automotive Technician — Paid Training & ASE Path

Bridgestone Americas; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Fort Riley, KS, seeks a Lead Technician with strong diagnostic and leadership skills to drive customer care and team performance. The role pays an hourly range reflecting regional rates and performance-based, flat-rate incentives.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing diverse automotive systems, training peers, and pursuing ASE certifications with company support. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must be able to diagnose and repair brakes, steering, suspension, exhaust and electrical systems.
• Ability to explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanics clearly.
• Must pursue ASE certifications; company covers tests and training costs if eligible.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brakes, hydraulics, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, A/C and computer systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to customers in plain language.
• Stay current with automotive technology via paid training and certifications.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical tasks.
• Aim to obtain ASE certifications in at least five areas within two years; tests paid by company.

Skills

Brake diagnosis/repair

Alignment/ Steering/ Suspension

General automotive maintenance

Communication with non-technical

Reading & math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE certifications (A1–A8) preferred

Tools

OEM diagnostic tools

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Fort Riley, KS, seeks a Lead Technician with strong diagnostic and leadership skills to drive customer care and team performance. The role pays an hourly range reflecting regional rates and performance-based, flat-rate incentives.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing diverse automotive systems, training peers, and pursuing ASE certifications with company support. Equal opportunity employer.