Automotive Technician A Tech

Bridgestone Americas•Oklahoma City, OK

30d•$24 - $49

About The Position

The Lead Technician position 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 diagnoses and repairs automotive systems to specifications, explains technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals, keeps current with automotive technology through paid formal training, and assists and trains technicians and mechanics. Compensation is listed at $23.81–$48.53, with performance-based flat-rate pay. The stated range reflects regional earning potential and may vary based on available work, individual productivity, and experience. Employees are paid at or above applicable minimum wage requirements.

Requirements

Have 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/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, and Brakes and Steering & Suspension A.S.E.s 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 needed 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 A.S.E. 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 A.S.E. 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.
Tests and registration fees for A.S.E. certifications are paid by the company, whether the candidate passes or fails.
Bonus for each A.S.E. test passed.
Professional development and regular mentorship.
Corporate social responsibility activities.
Supportive onboarding experience.