Technical Writer

Codeworks IT Careers; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading IT services firm is seeking a Senior Part Time Technical Writer for a 6-month contract, with experience in DITA or similar tools essential. Responsibilities include writing documentation and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates in the Milwaukee area preferred, as in-office presence is required some days.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with DITA or other XML based authoring tools.
• Prefer candidates in Milwaukee area able to work in office some days.

Responsibilities

• Use mechanical skills to read mechanical drawings.
• Interview and discuss with stakeholders to gather info.
• Write documentation professionally.

Skills

Experience with FrameMaker

Experience with CMS

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Experience with CMS conversions

Experience with style sheets

Job description

This range is provided by Codeworks IT Careers . Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Codeworks IT Careers

Resource Manager for Codeworks with 20+ years of career guidance and talent expertise, specializing in IT and related roles.

Codeworks is an IT Services firm headquartered in SE Wisconsin, known for our strong commitment to quality and for our direct client relationships.

Who We’re Looking For:

A Senior Part Time Technical Writer for a 6 month contract with extension likely. Must have experience with DITA or other XML based authoring tools. Prefer candidates in Milwaukee area able to work in office some days.

Responsibilities:

• Use mechanical skills to read mechanical drawings and go into the lab to look at boilers and prototypes.
• Use Interpersonal skills to interview and have independent discussions with stakeholders to get information.
• Write documentation professionally.

Qualifications:

• Requires experience with FrameMaker (structured preferred but not required)
• Requires experience with a CMS (preferably DITA but other CMSs like Paligo or even MadCap would be ok)
• Graphics – Adobe Illustrator and photoshop
• Experience with CMS conversions a strong plus
• Experience with style sheets a plus

About Codeworks: Codeworks has over 25 years of experience serving Fortune 1000 companies in Wisconsin as well as our client's national locations. Our recruiting team excels at evaluating, advising, and connecting IT professionals with new opportunities that will satisfy their expectations regarding income and opportunity for growth. At Codeworks, we're committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and beyond. We believe in equal opportunities and value the unique perspectives that every individual brings to our team. Join us in creating an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where your talents can thrive.

Codeworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Writing/Editing

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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