Automotive Lead Technician

Location: Great Falls, United States; onsite automotive service role

Pay range: $21.69–$47.24 per hour, with flat-rate performance-based compensation. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available.

Company

Bridgestone Retail Operations, part of hirify.global, operates company-owned automotive service and tire stores across North America.

What you will do

• Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition, electrical, suspension, alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems.
• Perform automotive maintenance, tire repair, steering and suspension work, and other repairs to specification.
• Explain technical diagnoses and recommended repairs to customers without mechanical expertise.
• Assist with and train technicians and mechanics on technical activities.
• Complete paid formal training and obtain or maintain A.S.E. certifications in at least five A1–A8 areas within the first two years.

Requirements

• Valid automobile driver’s license and ability to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Demonstrated skills in brake diagnosis and repair, alignment, steering and suspension, general automotive maintenance, and tire repair.
• Current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people, plus reading, writing, and math skills.
• Employment requires completion of Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification; temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify candidates.

Nice to have

• Five years of automotive repair experience, third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a vocational-technical program.
• A.S.E. certification in at least three A1–A8 areas, preferably brakes and steering and suspension.
• Experience with electrical and electronic systems, engine repair and performance, transmissions, drivetrains, or automotive heating and air conditioning.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• Paid vacation and holidays, flexible scheduling, and an available daily pay program.
• Company-funded A.S.E. certification testing and registration fees, with bonuses for passed tests.
• 401(k) matching, professional development, onboarding, training, and mentorship.
• Inclusive, team-oriented work environment with community involvement and employee well-being initiatives.