Senior Auto Technician & Team Lead

Bridgestone Americas; Monroe Township (SD); On-site; USD 69,056,000 - 124,673,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision starting at

Paid vacation and holidays

ASE certifications funded

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, through Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a customer-first team. The role offers a performance-based flat-rate pay structure reflecting regional productivity and fair wage practices.

The position requires ASE certifications within two years, valid driver’s license, and strong communication for explaining repairs to customers.

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.

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

Driver's license

Brakes diagnosis

Alignment & suspension

General automotive maintenance

Tire repair

Reading & math

Communication skills

Able to explain technical info

Education

Automotive certifications/licenses

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, through Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), seeks a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a customer-first team. The role offers a performance-based flat-rate pay structure reflecting regional productivity and fair wage practices.

The position requires ASE certifications within two years, valid driver’s license, and strong communication for explaining repairs to customers.