Bus Tire Service Team Leader

Bridgestone Americas•Suffolk, VA

1d•$24 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Team That Keeps the City Moving Make a difference every day by keeping buses safe, reliable, and on the road. We’re looking for a hands on leader who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys both managing people and rolling up their sleeves to get the job done. As a Bus Tire Service Team Leader, you’ll oversee our tire maintenance and service program for transit bus vehicles, guide a team of service technicians, and partner closely with transit personnel. This role is ideal for someone who likes variety—balancing leadership, administrative tasks, and hands‑on tire service. You’ll be based at bus transit locations and need to remain flexible as this shift works early morning to support fleet operations when they need it most.

Requirements

Frequent bending, lifting, and moving tires over 50 pounds (and pushing with over 100 lbs. of force).
Exposure to heat in summer, cold in winter, and common cleaning or lubrication chemicals.
Comfortable working with tools and machines in a shop environment.
Repetitive and sustained exertions, forceful exertions, awkward postures, mechanical stress concentrations, vibrations.

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor teammates at transit locations.
Set clear expectations, provide feedback, and ensure safe, high‑quality work.
Recognize and share outstanding performance with management.
Communicate any attendance or performance issues to your Field Supervisor.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements and safety standards.
Build strong working relationships with both Bridgestone leadership and transit personnel.
Mount, balance, and repair bus tires.
Occasionally assist with nearby customer service needs.
Load and unload tires and equipment as needed.
Keep tools, equipment, and vehicles in top shape and maintain a clean work area.
Complete inspections, reports, and paperwork on time.
Tackle other tasks as needed — there’s always something to learn.