Automotive Lead Technician
Responsibilities
- Diagnostics 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 A.S.E. certifications in at least five of A1 – A8 within first two years of employment.
Qualifications
- Valid automobile driver's license at all times and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
- Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair, alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair, general automotive maintenance & tire repair.
- Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
- Reading, writing and math skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- 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, demonstrated skills via third party assessments/certifications, or completion of 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).
Pay
Pay Range: $22.90 - $40.08
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 a culture of efficiency and swift task accomplishment, ensuring you're fairly rewarded for your expertise and dedication. These rates reflect average productivity by region.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all our 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.
Values
- Professional Development: Resources to help you level up.
- Community Involvement: Working with local communities and giving back.
- Integrity & Teamwork: Drive to do things right, always, together.
Our Crew Knows
- Supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
- Opportunity to develop and grow through training and regular mentorship.
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- Truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
- Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
- Diverse and inclusive team.
About the Role
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. Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide 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 people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.