Automotive Technician A Tech

Bridgestone Americas•Frances, IN

30d•$29 - $57

About The Position

The Automotive Technician (Lead Technician) uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, perform repairs to specifications, and help lead and mentor a team toward improved customer care and satisfaction. The role includes explaining diagnoses and needed repairs to customers and other non-mechanical individuals, and staying current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training. Compensation is performance-based flat-rate pay, with a stated pay range of $29.10–$56.99. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered to candidates with current State Inspection certifications. The stated rates reflect regional earning potential and may vary based on available work, productivity, and experience. Technicians are expected to obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays test and registration fees regardless of test outcome, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able 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.
Hold current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses 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 via 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, with Brakes and Steering & Suspension A.S.E.s preferred.
State inspection license.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, 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.
Performance incentives.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
Company-paid A.S.E. test and registration fees, regardless of whether the test is passed.
Bonus for each A.S.E. test passed.
Professional development, training, and regular mentorship.