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 locations across North America and more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto‑service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you are a valued teammate and part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality.

We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full‑time and part‑time employees, and a 401(k) plan.

The Lead Technician position requires experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while leveraging leadership and mentoring skills to help a team deliver increased customer care and satisfaction.

Pay Range: $21.06 – $40.32 per hour. Technicians receive flat‑rate pay, a predetermined amount per eligible task, fostering a culture of efficiency.

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and 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 (tests and registration fees are paid by the company; a bonus is awarded 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 and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork: drive to do things right, always, together.

Permanent employees will complete a Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

• Seniority Level: Mid–Senior level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Retail

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment 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.