Senior Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 62,150,000 - 114,845,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training and ASE certs

401(k) match

On demand pay (daily pay)

Job summary

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Lead Technician in Lafayette, LA to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, mentor teammates, and deliver excellent customer care. The role uses a flat-rate pay model with performance incentives and ongoing paid training to keep skills current.

ASE pursuits are supported by the company as you advance. Experience in brakes/alignments, strong communication, and a commitment to safety are valued.

Qualifications

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

Skills

Brakes diagnosis/repair

Alignment & suspension diagnosis/​reh

General automotive maintenance

Tire repair

Communication of technical information

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) seeks a Lead Technician in Lafayette, LA to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, mentor teammates, and deliver excellent customer care. The role uses a flat-rate pay model with performance incentives and ongoing paid training to keep skills current.

ASE pursuits are supported by the company as you advance. Experience in brakes/alignments, strong communication, and a commitment to safety are valued.