Automotive Lead Technician

Bridgestone Americas•Forney, TX

12d•$28 - $41

About The Position

The Automotive Lead Technician uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and leadership and mentoring skills to help drive customer care and satisfaction. The role diagnoses and repairs automotive systems, explains technical findings and repairs to non-mechanical customers, and assists and trains other technicians. The position includes ongoing paid formal training and requires obtaining or maintaining A.S.E. certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays testing and registration fees whether candidates pass or fail, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is listed at $27.77–$40.87, with a flat-rate pay model based on eligible tasks. Actual earnings may vary with available work, productivity, and experience. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered to first-time hires.

Requirements

Valid automobile driver's license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
Skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
Skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
Skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
Current federal, state, and local certification or license 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/AC.
Five years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills through third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
A.S.E. certification in at least three areas from A1–A8; L1 may count as one of the three, with Brakes and Steering & Suspension A.S.E.s 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 required 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.

Benefits

$3,000 sign-on bonus for first-time hires.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one for all teammates.
Paid vacation and holidays.
On-the-job training and company-funded A.S.E. certifications; testing and registration fees are paid regardless of pass or fail.
Performance incentives and a bonus for each A.S.E. test passed.
401(k) plan with company match.
Flexible work schedule.
On-demand daily pay program available.
Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
Supportive onboarding, an inclusive team, and a dynamic work environment.