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 >2,200 company‑owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations, and has more than $3 billion in tire and auto service sales. It is the right place to build a career.

Retail

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.

Sign‑on bonus of $2,000 (for first‑time hires)

Pay Range: $23.40 – $48.78

Our technicians enjoy a performance‑based compensation model known as flat‑rate pay. This system rewards skilled professionals with predetermined amounts for each eligible task, fostering a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment.

• 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

• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles
• Minimum 5 years automotive repair experience, completion of Vocational‑Technical School program or demonstrated skills via third‑party certificates/assessment
• A.S.E. certification in at least 5 (five) of A1‑A8 (L1 can be one of the five) is required. New hires with external similar qualifications will have up to 2 years to comply
• Maintains Federal, State and Local certification/license where applicable
• Ability communicate technical information to non‑technical people
• Reading, writing and math skills

• Paid vacation and holidays
• On‑the‑job training and company‑funded ASE certifications
• Tuition reimbursement Program
• 401(k) Match

• Professional Development:
  No matter where you are at the career, we have resources to level up
• Community & Involvement:
  We pride working local communities and give back where we can
• Integrity & Teamwork:
  Part of what makes our teams distinct is our family‑like mentality and Drive to do things right, always

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure smooth transition into our 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 and your long‑term well‑being
• A diverse and inclusive team

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our policy consider employment of all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status or any 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.