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Technical Writers

SOC 27-3042.00

Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.

Zone 4 Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Writing

4.9

Reading Comprehension

4.1

Active Listening

3.8

Speaking

3.8

Critical Thinking

3.6

Active Learning

3.2

Judgment and Decision Making

3.1

Time Management

3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

English Language

4.8

Computers and Electronics

4.3

Clerical

3.8

Communications and Media

3.2

Administration and Management

3.2

Public Safety and Security

3.2

Education and Training

3.2

Production and Processing

3.1

Key Tasks

1Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.

2Maintain records and files of work and revisions.

3Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel.

4Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.

5Interview production and engineering personnel and read journals and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.

Also Known As

Assembly Instructions Writer Chief Writer Clinical Writer Com Writer Contract Writer Director, Medical Writing Document Specialist Documentation Designer Documentation Specialist Documentation Specialist/Technical Writer