Automotive Lead Technician
About The Position
Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), part of Bridgestone Americas, operates more than 2,200 company-owned automotive service and tire stores and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. 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 offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus and a pay range of $27.77–$58.73. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with compensation based on eligible tasks; actual earnings may vary with available work, productivity, and experience. The position includes continuous paid training, and technicians are expected to obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within their first two years. The company pays testing and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Bridgestone describes its workplace as inclusive and supportive, with opportunities for development, mentorship, community involvement, and collaboration. Employment is subject to completing Form I-9 verification at the start of employment; temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify applicants.
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 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, and Brakes and Steering & Suspension ASE certifications are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair vehicles to specifications, including brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel and ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air-conditioning, and computer systems.
- Explain technical diagnoses and necessary 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 areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.
Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
- 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
- Bonus for each ASE test passed
- Supportive onboarding
- Training and regular mentorship
- Professional development resources
- Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
