Lead Automotive Technician — Paid Training & Sign-On Bonus

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision—start day 1

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team toward better customer care. A $2,750 sign-on bonus is offered for first-time hires, with pay range $26.51–$48.16 per hour reflecting regional rates.

The role features a flat-rate pay model, strong training, ASE certification support, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver license 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.

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 ASE certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment/steering/suspension

Auto maintenance & tire repair

Communication of technical info

Team leadership

Education

ASE certification in 3 of A1-A8

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is hiring a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team toward better customer care. A $2,750 sign-on bonus is offered for first-time hires, with pay range $26.51–$48.16 per hour reflecting regional rates.

The role features a flat-rate pay model, strong training, ASE certification support, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.