Technical Support Analyst

Technical Support Analyst

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

In this position...

As part of the Ford Customer Service Division (FCSD) strategy to reimagine the dealer support model, Service Engineering & Operations is standing up a dedicated team to receive and resolve Technical Support Requests (TSR) from dealer technicians.

The team’s focus is to deliver a timely response while providing technical support, guidance, and repair plan information. This team will partner closely with the Technical Field Operations team to ensure delivery of excellent end-to-end technical support.

The Case Analyst reports to the Commodity Supervisor and is responsible for case managing Technical Support Requests received from dealer technicians seeking technical assistance. They will provide remote diagnostic and repair guidance, owning the contact from beginning to confirmed resolution.

You'll have...

• High School Diploma
• 2+ years’ experience in hands-on technical/diagnostic competency from sources including but not limited to, automotive manufacturer, technical service, automotive dealership service, independent hands-on vehicle repair facilities, military vehicle maintenance and repair, service repair skills training, college/university automotive programs.
• Proficient in vehicle diagnostics and repair

Even better, you may have...

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (technical degrees preferred, including Automotive Technology, Automotive Technology Management, Field Service Operations, Advance Vehicle Systems, Automotive Engineering Technology, Automotive Service Tech technology, Automotive Industry Management and Engineering).
• ASE Certifications
• Senior Master Certified or equivalent OEM training certifications
• State Automotive Certifications
• Automotive Dealership work experience
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, with ability to demonstrate professionalism in all actions.
• Reliable & diligent worker
• Collaborative team player
• Believe in skilled and motivated people working together.
• Focused on continuous development of self and others.
• Ability to work independently, forward-thinking.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 4 and ranges from $55,020-92,580., This position is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $63,480-106,680., This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $72,480-121,440.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MK1

What you'll do...

Dealer Requests

• Manage Dealer Technical Service Requests (multi-channel) for complex vehicle repairs.
• Provide timely initial response.
• Exercise independent judgement to communicate with technicians of all skill levels to provide diagnosis and repair plan:
  • Research workshop manuals, service publications and various other technical/engineering documents.
  • Respond / Formulate technically accurate recommendations.
  • Determine final disposition of a repair to confirm closure, completing outreach to the technician or Dealer service management if required.
• Maintain timely case management ensuring that each case does not exceed allowable aging objectives.
• Coordinate and collaborate with both Field Service Engineers (FSE) and directly with Dealer Management/Service Personnel to ensure steady progression on each case driving timely resolution.

Escalation of concerns for assistance and support

• Escalation to and interface with Engineering, and key stakeholders.
• Escalation to and interface with Field Team to provide in-dealership assistance.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in calibration sessions, peer reviews and team meetings, coaching and training sessions.
• Support Company initiatives that enhance the vehicle diagnosis and repair process.

The Case Analyst should be comfortable and familiar in representing the Voice of the Dealer & Technician when interfacing other cross-functional teams, along with maintaining Voice of the Customer mindset in driving towards continuous improvement of operations.

This position is located in Allen Park, MI.