Lead Automotive Technician | Sign-On Bonus & Training

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 75,000; 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

Daily pay program

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while mentoring a team to boost customer care and satisfaction. A $2,750 sign-on bonus is offered for first-time hires and a regional hourly pay range of $26.45–$54.24 reflects experience and workload.

The role features a flat-rate pay model, ongoing training, and opportunities for ASE certifications, aligning with Bridgestone’s commitment to quality and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Strong brake diagnosis and repair skills.
• Experience with alignment, steering, suspension; electrical and HVAC basics.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications: brake, hydraulic, exhaust, fuel, ignition, electrical systems, suspension and alignment.
• Explain diagnoses and required repairs to customers clearly.
• Participate in ongoing paid training to stay current with automotive tech.
• Assist and train technicians in performing technical activities.
• Pursue ASE certifications (A1–A8) within two years; test fees paid by company; bonus for tests passed.

Skills

Brake diagnosis

Alignment

Electrical systems

Automotive maintenance

Tire repair

ASE certifications (A1-A8)

Communication skills

Education

ASE certifications (general)

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while mentoring a team to boost customer care and satisfaction. A $2,750 sign-on bonus is offered for first-time hires and a regional hourly pay range of $26.45–$54.24 reflects experience and workload.

The role features a flat-rate pay model, ongoing training, and opportunities for ASE certifications, aligning with Bridgestone’s commitment to quality and service excellence.