Lead Automotive Technician – Training & Growth

Bridgestone Americas; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE trainings

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas leads Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Kentucky, seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care. The role offers a flat-rate pay model with regional variation, and a clear path to ASE certifications.

The position emphasizes ongoing paid training, safety, and a commitment to fair compensation. Benefits include healthcare, paid time off, and retirement plan options.

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.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Reading, writing and math skills.
• Ability to obtain/maintain ASE certifications within first two years of employment.

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

Brake diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

General auto maintenance

Reading/writing/math skills

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

ASE certifications

Education

ASE certifications (A1–A8) or equivalent

Job description

Bridgestone Americas leads Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) in Kentucky, seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to improve customer care. The role offers a flat-rate pay model with regional variation, and a clear path to ASE certifications.

The position emphasizes ongoing paid training, safety, and a commitment to fair compensation. Benefits include healthcare, paid time off, and retirement plan options.