Senior Automotive Lead Technician | Flexible Schedule

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid vacation & holidays

On-the-job training & ASE

Flexible schedule

401(k) match

Daily pay

Job summary

The Lead Technician position at Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) applies extensive automotive expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to deliver outstanding customer care and satisfaction.

We offer a flat-rate pay model with performance-based earnings, ongoing paid formal training, and support for ASE certifications. Bridgestone fosters an inclusive, safety‑driven culture and provides competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid 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.
• 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

Driver's license

Brakes

Alignment

Maintenance & tire repair

Certification/license

Communication

Reading & math

Education

ASE certification (A1-A8)

Job description

The Lead Technician position at Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) applies extensive automotive expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while mentoring a team to deliver outstanding customer care and satisfaction.

We offer a flat-rate pay model with performance-based earnings, ongoing paid formal training, and support for ASE certifications. Bridgestone fosters an inclusive, safety‑driven culture and provides competitive benefits.