Lead Automotive Technician - Paid Training & Growth

Bridgestone Americas; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASEcerts

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas in Nashville, TN is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to enhance customer care and satisfaction. Pay range is $23.81–$48.03 per hour with a flat-rate compensation model reflecting regional work and performance.

Responsibilities include diagnosing complex systems, explaining repairs to customers, and pursuing ASE certifications with company support for testing fees.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment/steering/suspension diagnosis/repair.
• General automotive maintenance & tire repair.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications—brake and hydraulic, exhaust, ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, A/C and computer systems.
• Explain diagnoses and needed repairs to customers/non-technical individuals.
• Stay current with automotive tech through paid formal training.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Pursue ASE certifications (A1–A8) within two years; test fees covered by the company; bonus for tests passed.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/Steering/Suspension

Auto maintenance & tire repair

ASE certification (A1–A8)

Driver's license

Job description

Bridgestone Americas in Nashville, TN is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to enhance customer care and satisfaction. Pay range is $23.81–$48.03 per hour with a flat-rate compensation model reflecting regional work and performance.

Responsibilities include diagnosing complex systems, explaining repairs to customers, and pursuing ASE certifications with company support for testing fees.