Lead Automotive Technician: Paid Training & Flexible Hours

Bridgestone Americas; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 56,000; 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

On demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, based in Nashville, TN, seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team to enhance customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a performance-based flat-rate pay model and opportunities for ASE certifications.

The position requires strong diagnostic skills, guidance abilities, and commitment to ongoing training, with pay range reflecting regional standards. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Brakes diagnosis/repair and suspension/alignment skills required.
• Experience with automotive systems and ASE certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications - brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, A/C and computer systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-technical customers.
• Stay current with automotive technology through paid formal training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Pursue ASE certifications within first two years of employment; tests paid by the company; bonus for tests passed.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment & suspension

General automotive maintenance

Communication skills

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, based in Nashville, TN, seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team to enhance customer care and satisfaction. The role offers a performance-based flat-rate pay model and opportunities for ASE certifications.

The position requires strong diagnostic skills, guidance abilities, and commitment to ongoing training, with pay range reflecting regional standards. Equal opportunity employer.