Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas•326121 Logan, OH

28d•$29 - $59

About The Position

Bridgestone Retail Operations is seeking a Lead Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and use leadership and mentoring skills to help drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. The role involves diagnosing and repairing automotive systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to customers, and assisting and training technicians. Technicians stay current with automotive technology through paid formal training and are required to obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. Test and registration fees are company-paid, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. The listed pay range is $29.10–$58.73. Compensation is based on a flat-rate model, with earnings dependent on available work, individual productivity, and experience. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The role also includes medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one, paid vacation and holidays, on-the-job training, company-funded ASE certifications, a flexible work schedule, a 401(k) match, and access to an on-demand pay program.

Requirements

Have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Be skilled in brake diagnosis and repair.
Be skilled in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
Be skilled in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
Hold current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
Be able to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
Have 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 through 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, and 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 needed repairs to people without mechanical expertise.
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.