WordPress Web Designer & Tech Specialist (Remote)

Designer Jobs; Newport Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job description

WebDrafter.com is seeking a dependable Web Designer/Developer & Technical Specialist to build, maintain, and troubleshoot responsive client websites in a WordPress-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, update, and maintain responsive websites for desktop, tablet, and mobile.
• Work extensively in WordPress, including Gutenberg/blocks and Elementor / Elementor Pro.
• Translate designs and project instructions into accurate, polished layouts.
• Customize and troubleshoot existing sites, including themes, plugins, forms, and integrations.
• Use HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to customize functionality and resolve issues.
• Diagnose errors such as broken layouts, plugin conflicts, performance issues, and problems caused by updates.
• Support eCommerce, forms, third-party integrations, and specialized website functionality.
• Improve speed, usability, accessibility, and basic technical SEO.
• Handle hosting-related troubleshooting and tasks, including cPanel/WHM, migrations, backups, SSL, DNS, redirects, and website/email issues.
• Test changes and communicate progress, questions, problems, and completed updates clearly.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience building responsive websites.
• Strong HTML and CSS with hands-on responsive website experience.
• Solid WordPress experience, including Gutenberg/WordPress blocks and Elementor (or similar builders).
• Working knowledge of JavaScript and PHP, with ability to understand and modify existing code.
• Experience troubleshooting websites, not only creating new pages.
• Familiarity with WordPress themes, plugins, forms, updates, and common compatibility issues.
• Basic knowledge of hosting, domains, DNS, SSL, SMTP, and website email delivery.
• Good production habits: backups, staging, testing, and documentation.
• Strong visual standards, including typography, spacing, responsive behavior, and usability.
• Ability to manage multiple client projects, follow direction, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Clear written and verbal communication; willingness to research unfamiliar issues and learn new tools.
• Applicants must reside in Pennsylvania; do not apply if you live outside Pennsylvania.
• Most work is remote, with travel required to the Newport, PA office for initial training and occasional meetings or additional training.

Technology & Tools

• WordPress, Gutenberg, Elementor, Elementor Pro
• HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP
• cPanel, WHM, SSL, DNS, SMTP
• WooCommerce, Shopify, Wix, Wix Studio
• Gravity Forms, ACF
• WP Rocket
• SSH, WP-CLI, APIs, webhooks
• Git
• Google Workspace, Microsoft 365
• Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud
• AI-assisted development tools and workflows, analytics and conversion tracking
• Technical SEO, website accessibility

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Additional Experience (Plus)

• Experience with WooCommerce, Shopify, Wix / Wix Studio
• Gravity Forms, ACF, WP Rocket
• cPanel / WHM, SSH, WP-CLI
• APIs and webhooks, Git
• Google Workspace, Microsoft 365
• Photoshop / Adobe Creative Cloud
• Website accessibility
• Technical SEO
• Analytics and conversion tracking
• AI-assisted development tools and workflows

Experience & Education

• Demonstrated experience working with WordPress and troubleshooting existing websites.
• Degree, certificate, or technical training in web development, computer science, information technology, or related field is a plus; equivalent hands-on professional experience is equally valued.
• Portfolio or examples of completed website work are required.

Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Language: English (Required)

Work location: Hybrid remote in Newport, PA 17074