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Wright Tool Company

Contract Specialist

Warren, MI · On-site

This role will work directly with the contracting officers to ensure approval of contract modifications. Requirements ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement In order to perform this ...

WRIGHT TOOL COMPANY LLC

Contract Specialist

Warren, MI · On-site

This role will work directly with the contracting officers to ensure approval of contract modifications. Requirements ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement In order to perform this ...

WRIGHT TOOL COMPANY LLC

Contract Specialist

Warren, MI · On-site

This role will work directly with the contracting officers to ensure approval of contract modifications. Requirements: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement In order to perform this ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract work in Detroit, MI is $25.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.00 and $28.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Work vs Freelance Work?

AspectContract WorkFreelance Work
Credentials/CertificationsMay require specific certifications or licenses depending on the industryOften self-directed; certifications vary based on project
Work EnvironmentTypically employed by a company for a set period or projectSelf-employed; work from various locations or remotely
Employer/Industry UsageCommon in corporate, government, and large organizationsPopular among independent professionals and small businesses
Search/Comparison IntentOften compared for project-based or temporary rolesCompared for flexible, self-managed work arrangements

Contract work involves working for a company on a temporary basis, often with a fixed term or project scope, and may require specific credentials. Freelance work is typically self-employed, offering more flexibility and independence, with work often sourced directly from clients. Both roles are project-based but differ in employment structure and work environment.

What is a contract work job?

A contract work job is a temporary employment arrangement where a worker is hired to complete specific tasks or projects for a set period, often through a contract or agreement. These jobs typically do not include benefits and may require specialized skills or certifications, with workers often working independently or through staffing agencies.

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Infographic showing various Contract Work job openings in Detroit, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,916 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Contract Specialist

Wright Tool Company

Warren, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
COMPANY OVERVIEW
A recognized industry leader trusted by the United States government for over 75 years. With an impeccable reputation and dedication to delivering quality, WTC is a single integrated solutions provider, bringing equipment, parts, and service together to provide comprehensive solutions to all industries and government institutions and service trades.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Contract Specialist is responsible for maintaining the company's GSA Schedule. This includes pricing, product data and other supplemental data. This role will work directly with the contracting officers to ensure approval of contract modifications.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties outlined below. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
  • Update pricing through modifications with supporting documentation and market research
  • Maintain product data on schedule. Improving names, descriptions, and photos
  • Support work on government BPAs
  • Monthly Sales reporting via government portals
  • Work to maintain contract compliances

COMPETENCIES
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong ability to work well in a deadline-driven environment
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• 3-5 years administrative contract work in the federal contracting space
• Working knowledge and familiarity with GSA Schedules, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARs), etc.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of various government portals such as GSA eBuy, Advantage!, GSA vendor portal, SAM.gov, etc.
• Bachelor's degree preferred
COMPUTER SKILLS
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel/PowerBI)
• ERP experience, business analytics/reporting required
• Sage 300 experience preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Also requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Wright Tool Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.
  • EEO Poster
  • FMLA Rights
  • Employee Polygraph Protection

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

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