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Technical Writer
Job in
Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, 52404, USA
Listed on 2026-03-04
Listing for:
Highway Equipment Co
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
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Design & Architecture
Digital Media / Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Technical Writer I position is responsible for creating and publishing technical documentation such as operator manuals, parts pages, and work instructions. Interprets technical information and creates documentation in a clear and concise manner. This position will receive close supervision and general review of work.
Key Responsibilities
RESULTS
Critical 55%
- Develops and maintains company technical documentation including product operator manuals, parts pages, work instructions, training documents, etc. with supervision.
- Works closely with design engineering on technical information needed to produce manuals.
- Organizes material and completes writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
- Reviews published materials and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction and binding. Maintains records and files of work and revisions.
- Adheres to document control management standards.
- Creates and maintains the information architecture.
- Reads journals, reports, and other material to become familiar with product technologies and industry standards.
- Prepares illustrations with supervision.
- Remains current in software, technology, and design/layout techniques.
- Captures photos for documentation purposes as needed.
- Suggests or recommends photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material. Assists in laying out material for publication.
- Reviews standards (ISO, ANSI, etc) and applies to external and internal documents.
- Supports operations with procedure and training documentation.
- Assists with internal process improvement and documentation.
- Distributes latest revision level documentation to all appropriate users in a timely manner and ensures that obsolete documentation is removed.
- Effectively manages time and work load.
- Demonstrates a good attendance record; is aware of the impact that missing work will have on the customer as well as co-workers.
- Completes goals/projects on time or ahead of schedule.
- Responds to work assignments and requests by being cooperative and available.
- Follows through and meets commitments.
- Available as a resource to subordinates and/or peers.
- Follows safety procedures, protocols, policies, and adheres to all SAFESTART concepts, and acts when others are not holding themselves accountable.
CORE VALUES
Act Like an Owner. 20%
- Leads by example and takes ownership in everything you do and or say.
- If you see something, say something and follow through until it's right.
- Treats others with respect and kindness.
- Isn't complacent. Seizes opportunities to learn by participating in activities to increase understanding.
- Asks "why", is open-minded, and challenges the status quo.
- Leads and supports changes for the sake of improvement.
- Seeks new perspectives from all available sources to challenge your own, and brings them into your decision making process.
- Involves all stakeholders in making decisions. Is open to input from all sources.
- Considers long and short-term outcomes when making decisions.
- Is fearless.
- Readily admits mistakes.
Requirements
Qualifications and Essential Skills:
- Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school with one (1) year of experience in the manufacturing setting, or related area; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working with and across diverse cross-functional teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in effectively presenting information to a variety of audiences.
- Experience in solving practical problems and dealing with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Problem solving techniques.
- Ability to read, and interpret documents such as engineering drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and…
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