Lead Automotive Technician – Training & Leadership

Socket.dev; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role features flat-rate pay with performance incentives and ongoing paid formal training.

Responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, mentoring technicians, and pursuing ASE certifications within two years; the pay range reflects regional variation and adherence to minimum wage standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license.
• 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least five of A1 - A8 within first two years of employment.

Skills

Brake diagnosis

Vehicle alignment

Suspension diagnosis/repair

General automotive maintenance

Communication of technical information

Reading/writing/math skills

Education

ASE certifications (A1-A8)

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while leading a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. The role features flat-rate pay with performance incentives and ongoing paid formal training.

Responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, mentoring technicians, and pursuing ASE certifications within two years; the pay range reflects regional variation and adherence to minimum wage standards.