Technical Data Editor

SANDHILLS PUBLISHING; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

A publishing company in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a Technical Data Editor to edit and manage equipment databases used in publications. The role involves detailed data entry, industry research, and setting editorial standards. Successful candidates will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This in-office position offers a starting wage of $18/hour and requires a stable and professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are essential for collaboration.
• Must be able to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Results-oriented mindset is required for success.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Edit databases of equipment for publications and websites.
• Review manufacturers, models, and specifications for changes.
• Conduct extensive research to maintain equipment information.
• Set editorial standards in collaboration with management.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Results oriented

Flexible and open to change

Professional appearance and demeanor

Job description

The Technical Data Editor’s primary objective will be to edit the databases of equipment that are used by Sandhills publications and websites. The Technical Data Editor will also be reviewing manufacturers, models and specifications to help determine if it is necessary to add, remove or update equipment categories on the various publication websites, to continue to make the websites as user-friendly as possible. The Technical Data Editor will be responsible for editing and setting standards for all of our equipment information. This will be done by extensive research within the industry to compile this information. This position will involve a lot of detailed data entry, editing, and contact with our management and sales staff to set editorial standards for these publications and their websites. Assume other duties as assigned. This position starts at $18/hour.

Requirements

• In Office Position. 4.5 day regular work week. Ability to commute daily to local office is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and communicate within a team environment
• Results oriented
• Flexible and open to change
• Stable and progressive work history
• Professional appearance and demeanor