Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Durham, NC

30d•$26 - $41

About The Position

The Automotive Lead Technician uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and leadership and mentoring skills to guide a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. The role involves diagnosing and repairing automotive systems to specifications, explaining diagnoses and repairs to customers in non-technical terms, and helping technicians develop their technical skills. Technicians stay current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training and must obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within their first two years of employment. The company pays ASE testing and registration fees regardless of the result, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is listed at $26.45–$40.92. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with earnings depending on available work, individual productivity, and experience. The stated range reflects earning potential in the region and may vary. Employees receive pay meeting or exceeding applicable minimum-wage requirements.

Requirements

Maintain 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 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, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
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

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.
Paid formal training.
Company-paid ASE test and registration fees, whether the test is passed or failed.
Bonus for each ASE test passed.
Professional development and regular mentorship.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Corporate social responsibility activities.
Inclusive and engaging team and work environment.