Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Garland, TX

30d•$26 - $41

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 guide a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. The role diagnoses and repairs vehicle systems to specifications, explains technical findings and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals, and helps technicians develop their technical capabilities. Technicians are expected to stay current with automotive technology through continuous paid formal training and obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five A1–A8 areas within the first two years of employment. The company pays ASE test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. The position uses a performance-based flat-rate compensation model. The listed pay range is $26.45–$40.87; actual earnings may vary based on available work, productivity, experience, and regional rates. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available to first-time hires.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license 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 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, fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
Explain technical diagnoses and required repairs clearly 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.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one for all 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.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
Supportive onboarding, training, regular mentorship, and professional development resources.
Sign-on bonus of $3,000 for first-time hires.