Automotive Lead Technician

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. We offer formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future. We believe in supporting teammates to bring their whole selves to work and championing diverse perspectives, individuals and teams. Position Summary The Lead Technician position requires your 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 Pay Range: $26.51 - $51.66. Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards our skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering efficiency and fair compensation. These rates reflect average productivity by region. Responsibilities 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 the first two years of employment. (Tests and registrations fees are paid for by company; technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.) Minimum Qualifications 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 & 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. Preferred Qualifications Strong understanding of electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drivetrain/transmission, and automotive heating/AC. 5 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 3 of A1–A8 (L1 can be one of the three – Brakes and Steering & Suspension A.S.E.s preferred). Benefits 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 Our Values Professional Development: No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up. Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can. Integrity & Teamwork: Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together. What We Offer At Bridgestone, we foster co-creation opportunities and empower you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. We offer a supportive onboarding experience, opportunities to develop and grow through training and regular mentorship, CSR activities, a global and dynamic work environment, and a focus on work-life balance and well-being. We value a diverse and inclusive 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. 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. Employment Eligibility 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bridgestone Americas