Automotive Technician

Akkodis

Allen Park (MI)

On-site

USD 39,950 - 45,460

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A leading automotive diagnostic company is seeking an Automotive Diagnostic Research Technician in Allen Park, MI. This role involves developing labor time studies for Ford dealership technicians and requires extensive experience in automotive repair and dealership service. Candidates should be detail-oriented, proficient in Microsoft Office, own their own tools, and possess strong communication skills. The role offers a contract employment type with a pay range of $29 to $33 per hour.

Qualifications

3–4+ years of dealership bumper-to-bumper service technician experience required.
Must own your own tools and have a strong technical background in automotive repair.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic web navigation.

Responsibilities

Develop and review service labor times for Ford dealers.
Perform Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) and Report A Problem (RAP) labor time studies.
Input data accurately into the proprietary SMART system.

Skills

Dealership service technician experience

Attention to detail

Technical background in automotive repair

Computer savvy

Education

Automotive repair degree or certification

Tools

Ford OEM scan tools

Microsoft Office

Technical authoring software

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Base pay range

$29.00/hr - $33.00/hr

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Automotive Diagnostic Research Technician for a role in Allen Park, MI

The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Ford or OEM dealership technician and must own their own tools. They should be computer-savvy, with strong Microsoft Office skills and basic web navigation abilities (no CAD design required). The candidate will be responsible for accurately inputting data into the SMART system and performing labor time studies, with attention to detail and efficiency.

Pay Range: $29/hr. - $33/hr. (The pay range may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors)

JOB SUMMARY

About the Role:

Join a world-renowned motor vehicle parts supplier and help develop accurate labor time studies for Ford dealership technicians. This hands‑on, detail-oriented role combines automotive repair expertise with computer-based research and documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and review service labor times (flat rate) for Ford dealers.
Perform Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) and Report A Problem (RAP) labor time studies.
Work closely with technical authors and clients to develop procedures and time studies.
Input data into the proprietary SMART system accurately and efficiently.
Conduct stopwatch or calculated labor time studies as needed (tools may be required onsite).
Peer review co-workers’ developed time studies.
Maintain professional appearance and conduct, ensuring accuracy and quality.

What We’re Looking For:

3–4+ years of dealership bumper‑to‑bumper service technician experience (Ford or other OEM preferred).
Must own your own tools and have a strong technical background in automotive repair.
Computer‑savvy: proficient in Microsoft Office, web navigation, Outlook, and basic software applications.
Strong attention to detail and excellent written communication skills.
Familiarity with Ford OEM scan tools is a plus.
Quick learner with the ability to multitask between computer work and vehicle repair procedures.

Bonus Skills / Wish List:

ASE or State certifications.
Experience with technical authoring/publishing software.
Electrical diagnostic skills.
Automotive repair degree or Ford ASSET/GM ASEP training.
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis).

If you are interested in this Automotive Diagnostic Research Technician job in Allen Park, MI, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact Nandakini Sajwan at 610-484-2192 or nandakini.sajwan@akkodisgroup.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client‑recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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