Technical Writer

TECHNICAL WRITER FOSTER CITY, CA CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY

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Our hugely popular client needs a Technical Writer with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Visio, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. We also need someone with working knowledge of HTML, SharePoint. *PLEASE PROVIDE A WORK SAMPLE WITH SUBMISSION.*

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Professional Writer who designs, creates, and maintains technical documentation. This documentation includes online help, user guides, Instructions for user manuals, system manuals etc. Should be capable of creating testing documents and training manuals to convey this information in a format that is easy to read and understand. All writing should be concise, focused, easy to understand, and free of errors.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Explain technical and business ideas in simple language
- Write technical and business direction on product specifications, announcements
- Meet with customer representatives, vendors, executives, or publishers to establish technical specifications
- Study specifications, mockups, and product samples
- Create user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals
- Ensure technical verbiage is easy to understand by the layperson
- Gather information on their subjects in libraries and on the web
- Prepare charts, graphs, or forms to go along with rough drafts
- Write technology articles and reports
- Write clear and concise policies and procedures
- Edit existing publications
- Submit copies to managers for feedback
- Adjust copy as necessary and proofread for grammar and spelling
- Follow Visa standards for document development life cycle
- Release the document following final approval
- Conduct online tutorials
- Provide updates and different editions as necessary

REQUIREMENTS FOR TECHNICAL WRITER:

- College degree or equivalent experience
- Strong writing and communication skills
- Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
- Ability to work with minimal direction and good communication skills.required*
- Ability to adjust quickly and smoothly to shifting customer needs and company priorities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact positively and effectively with others including the ability to work well in a team environment
- Work sample must be included with application

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

- Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications such as Visio, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Working knowledge of HTML, SharePoint
- Should be able to manage their time and assignments
- Thoroughness and timeliness in completing tasks is imperative

The candidate will be interacting with the Information Systems Team, product team, receiving instructions and sharing information, but will also be in contact with other groups coordinating changes and understanding requirements.

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:

- Microsoft Excel, 4 years
- Microsoft Office, 4 years
- Microsoft PowerPoint, 4 years
- Microsoft Visio, 4 years
- HTML, 4 years
- Process and Procedure Documentation, 4 years
- SharePoint, 4 years

*CompuCom supports Employment Equity and Diversity*Dallas-based CompuCom Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of end-user enablement, service experience management, and cloud technology services to Fortune 1000 companies. CompuCom partners with enterprises to develop smarter ways they can work, grow and produce value for their business. Founded in 1987, privately held CompuCom has approximately 11,500 associates and supports more than 4 million end users in North America. For more information, visit our website.