Job description
Dupre’ Logistics is currently seeking a Technical Writer to support our IT Department at our Lafayette, LA location.
Job Summary:
The Technical Writer’s role is to develop written information about the organization’s policies and processes. Outputs will include a range of documents to be read by both technical and non-technical personnel across all departments, SOPs, Process Maps, etc.
Responsibilities:
Strategy & Planning
· Liaise with department heads and end users to define business procedures and establish documentation needs for day-to-day operations.
· Analyze IT project requirements to determine types of documents needed.
· Collaborate with development staff to collect and interpret technical information.
Operational Management
· Plan, design, research, write, and edit a range of documents, including user guides and manuals, technical specifications, training materials, user policies, and proposals, for both print and online media.
· Edit written documentation of development and other IT staff to create unified and consistent support documents.
· Establish, communicate, and maintain documentation standards, and provide training where required.
· Maintain currency and accuracy of all documentation.
Position Requirements:
Formal Education & Certification
· Degree in the field of English, Communications, Journalism, or Business preferred but not required.
· A background in technology is desirable.
Knowledge & Experience
· Hands-on technical writing and editing experience, with specific experience in documenting information technology software and systems preferred.
· Knowledge of information gathering, planning, and organizing methods and principles.
· Experience with desktop publishing tools, including MS Visio, MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Excel, Bizagi, etc.
· Strong understanding of document formatting and presentation techniques.
Personal Attributes
· Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
· Superior attention to detail.
· Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and interviewing skills.
· Ability to absorb and retain information quickly.
· Ability to analyze target audience and to present ideas in user-friendly language.
· Highly self-motivated and directed.
· Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Work Conditions
· Primary office location will be in Lafayette, LA
· Some travel may be expected (< 10%)
Dupre’ Logistics is a fast growth transportation & logistics provider that is adding to our organization in order to meet and exceed these goals:
· provide safe service that’s profitable
· continue to profitably grow our business
· be the employer of choice
· be a career destination rather than a stepping stone on your career path
Excellent compensation package: competitive wages, training, and opportunities for advancement.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lafayette, LA 70508: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location
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