What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Technical Writer position at TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group?
Job Details
IT Technical Writer - Hybrid Philadelphia, PA - No C2C
Top Skills
Description
Responsible for creation and maintenance of IT documentation. Translates technical and/or complicated information into clear concise documents appropriate for various target audiences. Works with Development Quality Assurance and Technical Support to produce a wide variety of technical publications including instructional materials technical manuals product documentation and the like for use by both the IT and business community. Interviews subject matter experts and technical staff to collect information prepare written text and coordinate layout and material organization. Researches information such as drawings design reports equipment and test specifications to fill any gaps. Reviews critiques and edits documentation including design documents programmer notes and system overviews. Requires knowledge of company product lines and document structure. Depending on the industry/work environment such documents may include various media including written and video. Responsibilities include maintenance of internal documentation library providing and/or coordinating special documentation services as required and oversight of special projects. Must have strong organizational and project management skills and excellent writing and editing skills. Bachelor's Degree in Journalism Technical Writing Business Administration or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Will be working with engineers and have to document, diagram, and architect well for non-technical people.
Adaptable, able to pivot quickly, take initiative.
Expectation is 4x a week onsite.
Tools: CMS experience
Team comprised of engineers, architects, etc.
Good industries to come from - telecommunication is a plus.
Opportunity to extend into 2026 but not guaranteed.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Philadelphia,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Top Skills
- 5 years of experience with technical writing
- Familiarity of technical concepts and ability to translate into content easily digestible for intended audience
- B2B Experience
Description
Responsible for creation and maintenance of IT documentation. Translates technical and/or complicated information into clear concise documents appropriate for various target audiences. Works with Development Quality Assurance and Technical Support to produce a wide variety of technical publications including instructional materials technical manuals product documentation and the like for use by both the IT and business community. Interviews subject matter experts and technical staff to collect information prepare written text and coordinate layout and material organization. Researches information such as drawings design reports equipment and test specifications to fill any gaps. Reviews critiques and edits documentation including design documents programmer notes and system overviews. Requires knowledge of company product lines and document structure. Depending on the industry/work environment such documents may include various media including written and video. Responsibilities include maintenance of internal documentation library providing and/or coordinating special documentation services as required and oversight of special projects. Must have strong organizational and project management skills and excellent writing and editing skills. Bachelor's Degree in Journalism Technical Writing Business Administration or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Will be working with engineers and have to document, diagram, and architect well for non-technical people.
Adaptable, able to pivot quickly, take initiative.
Expectation is 4x a week onsite.
Tools: CMS experience
Team comprised of engineers, architects, etc.
Good industries to come from - telecommunication is a plus.
Opportunity to extend into 2026 but not guaranteed.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Philadelphia,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
Salary : $30 - $45
