Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone•Pittsfield, MA

6d•$28 - $59

About The Position

The Automotive Lead Technician uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and applies leadership and mentoring skills to help drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. The role involves diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems to specifications, explaining technical diagnoses and necessary repairs to customers or other non-mechanical individuals, and supporting the technical development of other technicians. The position requires ongoing training to keep current with changing automotive technology and requires obtaining or maintaining ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The role uses a performance-based flat-rate pay model, with compensation dependent on eligible work, productivity, and experience. The stated pay range is $27.77–$59.45; the posting does not specify a pay period. ASE test and registration fees are company-paid, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Demonstrate skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
Demonstrate skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
Demonstrate skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
Hold current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
Communicate technical information to non-technical people.
Have reading, writing, and math skills.
Obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of electrical or electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission or transaxle, manual drivetrain or 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 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, fuel and ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs clearly 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 areas from 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 pay (daily pay) program available.
Performance incentives.
Formal training and regular mentorship.
Company-paid ASE test and registration fees, and a bonus for each ASE test passed.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.