How many tools does a good technical writer need? Is it necessary to stretch oneself ino the training development field? Into the User Experience field?As technical writing jobs are fewer, it’s not a bad idea to look into closely related fields and places where you might be able to add value to new employers. This year the STC Technical Communication Summit, happenning right now in Atlanta, GA May 2-6 http://conference.stc.org/ has career tracks in elearning and also in User Experience Design. These are two areas that are natural tracks for tech writers who want to grow and expand their expertise.
I think all the tracks at this conference reflect the t the changing priorities of what writers are doing. It does take some additional education in both these areas but I think the investment would be worth while. Times are changing, and information is being delivered in so many different media. With all the mobile devices and social media, there is plenty of room for tech writers to contribute and add value.
STC Technical Communication Summit
Technical Trainers and Jobs in New England
At Clear Point, we are currently looking for technical trainers for various positions throughout New England.
Technical Trainer Job Details:
Job Category: TECHNICAL TRAINER
Position Title: Technical Trainer
Salary Range: $50.00-60.00
Location: Maine, USA
Massachusetts, USA
New Hampshire, USA
Vermont, USA
Desired Skills:
Description: We have a large telecommunications client looking for 2 contract trainers to train installation, maintenance and operations technicians in broadband wireless technologies.
The company has recently acquired another company in New England with a land line base that is being converted to a wireless broadband. Training will be done on various technologies including: Cisco, Occam, Lucent, Ciena and Alcatel using existing course materials with some customization. Audience needs will vary. Training will take place in New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont, expect about 50% travel. Expected length of contract 9 months.
Mandatory Skills and Qualifications:
- BS degree
- Minimum 3-5 years of recent platform technical training experience for network and communication companies
- Experience using one or more of these wireless broadband technologies: Cisco, Occam., Lucent, Ciena, and Alcatel
- Experience creating training materials
- Excellent knowledge of English grammar and usage
- Strong understanding of network technology
- Project planning and time management skills required
- Willingness to travel to client sites (up to 50%)
To discover more about this position or to apply online please search our technical trainer jobs.