Automotive Technician A Tech

Bridgestone Americas•Apple Valley, CA

10d•$29 - $54

About The Position

The Lead Technician position uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and leadership and mentoring skills to help a team improve customer care and satisfaction. Technicians diagnose and repair vehicle systems to specifications, explain technical diagnoses and repairs to customers, and stay current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training. The role also assists with training other technicians and requires obtaining or maintaining ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. Compensation is performance-based flat-rate pay. The stated pay range is $29.10–$54.24, with actual earnings varying by region, available work, productivity, and experience. A $2,750 sign-on bonus is available for first-time hires. ASE testing and registration fees are company-paid, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.

Requirements

Maintain a valid automobile driver's license and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
Have skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
Have skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
Have 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 ASEs are preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel and ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air-conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
Explain technical diagnoses and required repairs 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 the first day 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.
$2,750 sign-on bonus for first-time hires.
Paid ASE testing and registration fees, plus a bonus for each test passed.
Training and regular mentorship.
Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.