Automotive Lead Technician

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Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company‑owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. With sites across North America and over $4.5 billion in tire and auto‑service sales, BSRO is the right place to build a career. When you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality."

We offer competitive pay, formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, comprehensive healthcare for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service when they bring their whole selves to work and are supported. Our diverse team is built on championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams. Job Category

Retail

2,000 USD sign‑on bonus (first‑time hires only). The Lead Technician position requires experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. Pay range: $26.51–$48.78. Our technicians enjoy a performance‑based flat‑rate compensation model.

• Diagnose and repair to specifications: brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems.
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non‑mechanical individuals.
• Stay current with rapidly changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.
• Assist and train technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least five of A1–A8 within the first two years of employment (company pays tests and registration fees; bonus for each test passed).

• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Skilled in brake diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance & tire repair.
• Current federal, state and local certification/license where applicable.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non‑technical people.
• Reading, writing and math skills.

• Strong understanding of any of the following: electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drivetrain/transmission, automotive heating/AC.
• Five years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments/certifications, or completion of a vocational‑technical school program.
• A.S.E. certification in at least three of A1–A8 (L1 can be one of the three – Brakes and Steering & Suspension A.S.E.s preferred).

• Medical, dental and vision – starting day 1 for all teammates.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On‑the‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• On‑demand pay (daily pay) program available.

• Professional development: resources to help you level up.
• Community involvement: pride in working with local communities.
• Integrity & teamwork: doing things right, always, together.

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality when they bring their whole selves to work and are supported. We champion all perspectives, individuals, and teams.

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
• The opportunity to develop and grow through training and mentorship.
• Corporate social responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic, and challenging work environment.
• Agility, work/life effectiveness, and long‑term well‑being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider employment for all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

If hired, a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.