Lead Automotive Technician | Paid Training & ASE Prep

Bridgestone Americas; Belmar (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Belmar, NJ is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team toward higher customer care. The role features a flat-rate pay model reflecting regional earning potential and a focus on quality and efficiency.

The position requires ASE certification goals within two years and ability to communicate with customers and colleagues, with ongoing paid training and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times 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.
• 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. (Tests and registrations fees are paid for by company pass or fail. Technicians receive bonus for each test passed)

Skills

Driver license

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/steering/suspension

General automotive maintenance

Certifications/licenses

Technical communication

Reading/writing/math skills

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations in Belmar, NJ is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team toward higher customer care. The role features a flat-rate pay model reflecting regional earning potential and a focus on quality and efficiency.

The position requires ASE certification goals within two years and ability to communicate with customers and colleagues, with ongoing paid training and advancement opportunities.