Automotive Lead Technician

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 $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

We believe in championing all perspectives and building a diverse team. We offer competitive pay, formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages, and a 401k plan.

Retail

The Lead Technician 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.

$23.40 - $41.91 per hour (flat‑rate pay model)

• 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 ASE certifications in at least five of A1‑A8 within first two years of employment (tests and registration fees paid by company; bonus for each test passed).

• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Skilled in brakes 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 electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drivetrain/transmission, automotive heating/AC.
• 5 years of automotive repair experience and/or third‑party assessments/certifications.
• A.S.E. certification in at least 3 of A1‑A8 (L1 can be one of the three); brakes and steering & suspension ASEs 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.

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
• Opportunities for development and growth through training and mentorship.
• Corporate social responsibility activities.
• A global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Work/life effectiveness and long‑term well‑being focus.
• Inclusive and diverse team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment 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 need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Retail

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