Automotive Lead Technician

Company Overview

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.

Retail

The Lead Technician position requires your experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems while using your leadership and mentoring skills to guide a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

Pay Range: $21.69 – $42.36 per hour. Our technicians receive a performance‑based compensation model known as flat‑rate pay, rewarding each eligible task with a predetermined amount.

Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements.

• Diagnose and repair specifications for brakes, hydraulics, 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. Tests and registration fees are paid by the company; a bonus is awarded for each test passed.

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis/repair.
• Skilled in general automotive maintenance and 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.
• 5 years of automotive repair experience or 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 coverage 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 regardless of career stage.
• Community involvement: pride in working with local communities and giving back where we can.
• Integrity & teamwork: driving to do things right, always, together.

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

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.

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.