Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Olathe, KS
•$26 - $49

About The Position

The Lead Technician uses automotive experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and uses leadership and mentoring skills to help drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. The role includes diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to non-mechanical individuals, and helping technicians and mechanics develop their technical skills. Technicians are expected to stay current with automotive technology through continuous paid formal training and obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays test and registration fees and provides a bonus for each test passed. Pay is listed at $26.45–$48.53. Technicians are compensated using a performance-based flat-rate model, with the stated range reflecting regional earning potential that may vary with available work, individual productivity, and experience. Pay meets or exceeds 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/air conditioning.
  • Five years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills through third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
  • ASE certification in at least three areas from 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 adequately to non-mechanical individuals.
  • Stay current with changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.
  • Assist and train technicians and mechanics in performing technical activities.
  • Obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five areas from 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 daily pay program available.
  • Performance incentives.
  • Formal training and regular mentorship.
  • Corporate social responsibility activities.
  • Supportive onboarding experience.
  • Professional development and opportunities to grow.
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