Position summary:
Technical writer responsible for producing and publishing operation and maintenance manuals training materials system design documents and testing documentation pertaining to control of conveyor systems and/or related equipment used in the Material Handling Industry (Freight/Parcel Baggage Handling Warehouse Distribution and Manufacturing).
Tasks:
Confer with project managers project team and others to discuss and understand project specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication.
Obtain information from project specifications detailed electrical drawing sets and existing documentation from previous similar projects.
Prepare maintenance manuals training materials system design documents and testing documentation and other documentation as needed.
Operate word processing spread sheet and computer-aided drafting software and equipment to perform tasks.
Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
Skills & Attributes:
Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order clarity conciseness style and terminology.
Written Communication - Strong skills in written communication. Familiarity with conventions in form structure and notation of technical writing.
Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying taking time to understand the points being made asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Editing - Ability to peer review technical documents for grammar content and style of writing.
Flexibility and Adaptability Able to work within a fast pace environment with multiple priorities and multi-task on project work.
Sound and efficient technical writing abilities.
Great Attitude Work Ethic and Common Sense are a MUST.
Technical Skills:
Computer Skills Proficient with Microsoft Office products Word and Excel Adobe Acrobat.
Computer Aided Drafting Knowledge Proficient in the use of AutoCAD to modify project drawings to create graphics files for technical documentation.
Required Experience and Education: Bachelors Degree in a communication or technical discipline or have equivalent experience. Minimum of 2 years additional similar experience.
Technical Writer
