Technical Writer
Advanced Technology Services Mossville, Illinois, United States · $58K–$74K/yr
Commercial and Industrial Machinery Maintenance · 1,001-5,000 employees
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About the role
The Technical Writer is responsible for preparing and maintaining technical documentation, manuals, and instructions while analyzing processes for improvement. They collaborate with teams and customers to ensure all documentation is concise, accurate, and professional.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have an associate degree in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
Benefits
Full description
Founded in 1985, ATS is a company with a presence in the United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom. We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better.
Fundada en 1985, ATS es una empresa con presencia en los Estados Unidos, México y el Reino Unido. Somos profesionales en mantenimiento industrial y hacemos que las fábricas funcionen mejor.
Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
· Prepares and/or maintains technical documentation, including references, manuals, or instructions according to set standards.
· Analyzes and assesses current processes and defines / documents improvements.
· Collects and organizes information required for document preparation.
· Develops an intuitive understanding of complex technical information.
· Translates business specifications into user documentation designed for specific audiences.
· Ensures the documentation is concise, consistent, professional, and accurate.
· Reviews published documentation and recommends revisions.
· Collaborates with teams, management, and customers to continuously improve processes and documentation.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs), & Competencies:
Essential KSAs:
· Associate’s degree in a related field and 1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination
· Microsoft office product proficiency (Word, Excel, Visio)
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Extraordinary attention to detail
· Excellent organization skills
· Ability to work independently and with others
· Ability to work within tight deadlines
Desirable KSAs:
· Previous experience with specific systems / products may be desirable
· Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
Competencies:
· Analysis
· Multi-tasking
· Attention to Detail
· Oral Communication
· Scheduling and organizing
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, speak, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long periods, reach with arms, and use close vision. At times, the employee is required to use a telephone, a keyboard and computer, and other office equipment. Work is typically performed in a moderately noisy business office.
ATS believes in fair and equitable pay. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. We also offer market leading benefit programs including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plans with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Pay Range
$57,889.50—$74,035.56 USD
ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees without regard to age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Review the privacy policy here.
ATS se compromete a brindar igualdad de oportunidades de empleo en todos los aspectos del empleo a todos los solicitantes y empleados, independientemente de su edad, color, raza, religión, sexo (incluido el embarazo, identidad de género y orientación sexual), origen nacional, discapacidad, estatus de veterano, información genética u otro estatus legalmente protegido. Revisión de la política de privacidad aquí here.
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