Lead Automotive Technician - Train, Mentor & Drive Quality

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Selden (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and company-funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay) program

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), part of Bridgestone Americas, seeks a Lead Technician in Selden, NY to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and guide a team toward higher customer satisfaction. You’ll leverage your technical expertise and leadership to mentor technicians and ensure quality workmanship on every vehicle.

The role emphasizes ongoing training, ASE certifications, and a commitment to fair compensation.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times.
• 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.

Skills

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Leadership mentoring

Communication

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), part of Bridgestone Americas, seeks a Lead Technician in Selden, NY to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and guide a team toward higher customer satisfaction. You’ll leverage your technical expertise and leadership to mentor technicians and ensure quality workmanship on every vehicle.

The role emphasizes ongoing training, ASE certifications, and a commitment to fair compensation.