Lead Automotive Technician & Team Mentor

Bridgestone Americas; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation

ASE certifications

On-the-job training

401(k) match

On-demand pay

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician in Nashville, TN, to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team toward excellent customer care. The role offers a flat-rate pay model and opportunities for ASE certifications, with emphasis on safety and ongoing training.

The position requires strong diagnostic skills, ASE certifications, and the ability to explain complex repairs to customers. We provide paid training, benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's 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.
• 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.
• 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 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

Brake diagnosis

Steering & suspension

Electrical systems

Explain diagnoses

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician in Nashville, TN, to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team toward excellent customer care. The role offers a flat-rate pay model and opportunities for ASE certifications, with emphasis on safety and ongoing training.

The position requires strong diagnostic skills, ASE certifications, and the ability to explain complex repairs to customers. We provide paid training, benefits, and a collaborative work environment.