Automotive Lead Technician
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 help a team improve customer care and satisfaction. The role diagnoses and repairs a range of vehicle systems, explains technical diagnoses and required repairs to non-mechanical customers, and assists and trains other technicians. Technicians are expected to stay current with changing automotive technology through 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 testing and registration fees whether a test is passed or failed, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. The listed pay range is $25.13–$51.24. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with earnings depending on regional work availability, individual productivity, and experience. Pay is subject to applicable minimum-wage requirements. The position is with Bridgestone Retail Operations, which operates automotive service locations including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, and Wheel Works.
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.
- 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/AC.
- 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, 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 necessary 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 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 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.
- Paid formal training.
- Supportive onboarding experience.
- Training and regular mentorship.
- Professional development resources.
- Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
- Agility and work/life effectiveness support.
- Inclusive and engaging team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
