Automotive Lead Technician

Lead Technician – Job Overview

Position Summary:

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.

Pay Range: $22.90 - $41.23 per hour. Compensation includes a performance‑based flat‑rate model and on‑demand daily pay program.

• Diagnose and repair to specifications including brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition & electrical, suspension and alignment, and air conditioning and computer systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs clearly to non‑mechanical personnel.
• Maintain current knowledge of 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 the first two years of employment; tests and registration fees are paid by the company, and a bonus is awarded for each passed test.

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

• Strong understanding of electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drivetrain/transmission, and automotive heating/AC.
• Five years of automotive repair experience with demonstrated skills via third‑party assessments or certifications, or completion of a vocational‑technical school program.
• ASE certification in at least three of A1–A8 (L1 can be one of the three – brakes and steering & suspension).

• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day one.
• 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.

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.