Technical Writer : Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)

Job Title: Technical Writer I

Location: Pensacola, Florida, USA (32514)
Positions: 1

Work Schedule

• Standard: 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
• Optional: Four 10-hour shifts (7:00 AM 5:30 PM)
• Flexibility required for early, late, overtime, weekends, and shift changes

Position Summary

The Technical Writer I supports maintenance operations by creating, updating, and standardizing technical documentation. This role works with minimal supervision to ensure all maintenance-related content is accurate, clear, and aligned with operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and maintain:
• User manuals
• Technical guides
• Preventive Maintenance (PM) work orders
• Job plans within Maximo CMMS
• Validate maintenance instructions against OEM manuals and technical specifications
• Ensure accuracy of labor estimates, job steps, and task sequencing
• Standardize documentation in line with OEM procedures and internal standards
• Produce clear, structured, and user-friendly technical content
• Collaborate with technicians, supervisors, and engineers to gather and verify information
• Support data entry, document control, and configuration management in CMMS
• Document technical activities and prepare detailed reports
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, consistency, and clarity in all documentation

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Ability to read and interpret:
• OEM manuals
• Technical drawings
• Schematics
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Proficiency in:
• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• PDF editing tools
• Familiarity with Maximo or other CMMS platforms (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to:
• Climb ladders and stairs
• Bend, twist, and work in tight or elevated spaces
• Safely access and document equipment in industrial environments
• Adhere to all safety and PPE requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade certification or Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance
• Experience with:
• PM program standardization
• CMMS improvements or upgrades
• Knowledge of:
• Lean Maintenance
• Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM)

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience in maintenance, facilities, or manufacturing environments
• Strong understanding of:
• Preventive maintenance procedures
• Job plan development
• Maintenance workflows and labor estimating
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into simple instructions
• Experience collaborating in cross-functional operational teams
• Knowledge of:
• Document control
• Configuration management
• Technical reporting best practices