Automotive Lead Technician
Bridgestone Americas, Boise, ID, United States
Position Title
Lead Technician
Position Summary
The Lead Technician position requires your experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using your leadership and mentoring skills in driving a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.
Pay Range
$21.69 - $47.24
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 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; 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 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 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.
Company Culture
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We champion all perspectives and build a diverse team. Join us.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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 protected characteristic.
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.
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Lead Technician
Position Summary
The Lead Technician position requires your experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using your leadership and mentoring skills in driving a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.
Pay Range
$21.69 - $47.24
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 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; 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 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 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.
Company Culture
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We champion all perspectives and build a diverse team. Join us.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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 protected characteristic.
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.
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