Technical Writer

Employment Type:

3-month contract to start with possible opportunity to extend to 12-month contract

Industry:

Transportation Manufacturing

Compensation:

$35-$38/hour

Schedule:

M-F, Typical business hours

Start time flexible depending on candidate and business need

No overtime opportunity

About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Technical Writer to develop clear, standardized work instructions for preventative maintenance activities on an Automated People Mover (APM) system. This role supports safe, reliable operations by ensuring maintenance procedures are accurate, easy to follow, and aligned with engineering standards and field practices.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability

Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries

People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work

Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting
This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance—where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions
Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider—we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

Develop and maintain preventative maintenance work instructions for APM vehicles, guideway, power, and control systems

Translate OEM manuals and engineering data into clear, step-by-step procedures for technicians

Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and OEM teams to validate procedures

Include safety requirements (LOTO, electrical safety, fall protection), tools, materials, and inspection criteria in all documents

Incorporate photos, diagrams, and schematics to improve usability

Update documentation based on system changes, field feedback, and reliability improvements

Ensure compliance with company standards, OEM guidance, and applicable safety regulations

Maintain document control within CMMS or document management systems

Job Requirements
What You'll Bring

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum of 3 years of experience writing technical or maintenance documentation in transit, rail, aviation, or industrial environments

What Sets You Apart

Experience with APM, rail, or automated transit systems

Familiarity with CMMS platforms (e.g., Maximo, SAP)

Knowledge of safety standards (OSHA) and rail/transit systems

Strong understanding of preventative maintenance practices

Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and OEM manuals

Excellent writing, organization, and communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and documentation tools

Additional Information

Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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