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Automotive Service Labor Time Validation Technician

Troy, MI

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About Slate

Slate is a new US Electric Vehicle company transforming the battery electric vehicle space.


Work Hours and Schedule

The regular work schedule can be expected to be Monday to Friday from 7:00am EST to 3:30pm EST.

Flexibility may be required on occasion to accommodate project deadlines or special business needs.


Overtime Policy

While the position may occasionally require additional hours, overtime will be limited and is subject to prior approval based on business needs.  We strive to maintain a healthy work-life balance, and employees can expect their regular schedule to be consistent with minimal overtime requirements.


Who we are looking for:

Slate is looking for an experienced Automotive Service Labor Time Validation Technician to join our growing service team.  Reporting to the Service Engineering Manager, this role will solely be responsible for on-vehicle validation of draft and finalized service procedures, diagnostic troubleshooting procedures, and time study of service removal and installation procedures.  The ideal candidate will have previous automotive OEM / supplier technician experience with a focus on time study validation and documentation.


What you get to do:

  • Validate draft service removal and installation procedures and diagnostic troubleshooting on-vehicle through multiple vehicle development milestones up to and after production.
  • Validate diagnostic scan tool content and FOTA updates through all vehicle milestones and post-production.
  • Create time study allowances for repair procedures across all vehicle commodities (Body, Interior, Chassis, Electrical, Propulsion, Restraints).
  • Detailed time allowance tracking for all vehicle repair procedures with documentation in approved time-tracking system software.
  • Create time studies as needed for Technical Service Bulletins, Recalls, and Accessory installations.
  • Develop and maintain a labor time guide with detailed change management tracking.
  • Identification of repair efficiency opportunities.
  • Review and respond to field inquires on time study allowances and restudy requests.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to coordinate test timing and planned workload.
  • Support validation of special service tool development with on-vehicle testing.
  • Special tool identification and fastener torque specification escalation with Engineering.
  • Support plant repair bay problem resolution found during vehicle.
  • Support in-field Fly-and-Fix service issue escalations as needed for development and production vehicle properties.


What you bring to the team:

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
  • Must have the ability to travel when required (up to 25%).
  • Must be equipped with own tools.
  • Must possess one of the following qualifications:
    • Completion of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
    • Completion of an Automotive Vocational Program from an accredited automotive training institution.
    • ASE Master Technician Certification.
    • Master Technician Certification from an automotive OEM.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience as an Automotive Service Technician.
  • Hands-on experience working on high voltage electric vehicles and systems, including high voltage diagnostic troubleshooting, testing, and knowledge of the ecosystem.
  • Advanced proficiency in vehicle diagnostics (e.g., ECU troubleshooting on CAN and LIN buses), with the ability to read electrical schematics and understand basic electrical theory.
  • Advanced proficiency operating and maintaining various hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and shop tools.
  • Knowledgeable and experienced with Automotive OEM time study procedures and documentation.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an emphasis on technical content.
  • Strong computer efficiency, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Detail oriented with the desire to achieve the highest standards of excellence.
  • Creative problem solver that can create simple solutions to complicated problems.
  • Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment with cross-functional teams.


Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.


We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.

  • Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences.  Or for any other reason.
  • Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures.  If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition@slate.auto or (813) 468-7257.

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