Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Hamilton, WV

27d•$26 - $51

About The Position

The Automotive Lead Technician uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and leadership and mentoring skills to help drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. The position diagnoses and repairs vehicle systems to specifications, explains technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals, and assists and trains technicians and mechanics. Technicians are expected to keep current with automotive technology through paid formal training and obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. The position uses a performance-based flat-rate compensation model. The stated pay range is $26.45–$51.24; actual earnings may vary based on available work, individual productivity, and experience. The role offers training, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
Skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
Skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
Current federal, state, and local certification or license 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/AC.
Five years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
A.S.E. certification in at least three areas from A1–A8; L1 may count as one of the three. Brakes and Steering & Suspension A.S.E.s 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 needed 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day 1 for all teammates.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded A.S.E. certifications, including paid test and registration fees.
Flexible work schedule.
401(k) match.
On-demand daily pay program available.
Performance incentives and flat-rate pay.
Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
Community involvement opportunities.