Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Colonie, NY

17d•$28 - $59

About The Position

The Automotive Lead Technician uses automotive experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while applying leadership and mentoring skills to help drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. The role includes diagnosing and repairing automotive systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to customers, and assisting and training other technicians. The position requires obtaining or maintaining ASE certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays test and registration fees regardless of test outcome, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Pay is listed at $27.77–$59.45. Technicians are paid through a performance-based flat-rate model, with rates reflecting regional earning potential that can vary with available work, productivity, and experience. Employees receive pay meeting or exceeding applicable minimum-wage requirements.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Demonstrated skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
Demonstrated skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
Demonstrated skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
Hold current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
Reading, writing, and math skills.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drivetrain/transmission, or automotive heating and air conditioning.
Five years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
ASE certification in at least three of A1–A8; L1 may count as one of the three. Brakes and Steering & Suspension ASE certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
Explain technical diagnoses and necessary repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
Stay current with changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.
Assist and train technicians and mechanics in technical activities.
Obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one for teammates.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications.
Flexible work schedule.
401(k) match.
On-demand pay (daily pay) program available.
Formal training and performance incentives.
Paid formal training; ASE testing and registration fees are paid regardless of test outcome, with a bonus for each test passed.
Supportive onboarding, training, and regular mentorship.
Professional development resources.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
Agile work environment supporting work/life effectiveness and long-term well-being.