Job Description
Job Description
Bring Structure to Innovation: Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Technical Writer (DITA XML Document Specialist)!
Payrate: 50 hour | Location: Owings Mills, MD
Be the Voice Behind the Technology
Are you passionate about turning complex content into clear, structured documentation? PDS Tech Commercial in partner with a leading global technology leader serving process industries is hiring for a Technical Writer (DITA XML Document Specialist) with 1–2 years of experience to join our team in driving the future of technical communication. Your work will directly contribute to modernizing and streamlining critical documentation that supports operations in a global, sustainability-focused industry. This postion can be remote for the right candidate
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Technical Writer, you’ll play a key role in transforming legacy documentation into structured, easy-to-maintain content using the DITA standard. You will:
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Develop, edit, and maintain structured content in DITA XML.
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Migrate existing documents into a modern, structured format.
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Use tools like RWS Tridion Docs CCMS and Oxygen XML Editor to manage content workflows.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather technical information.
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Ensure content consistency, quality, and usability across platforms.
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Work independently while managing deadlines and project priorities.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications:
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1–2 years of experience in technical writing, focused on DITA XML and structured content.
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Hands-on experience with document migration and content standardization.
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Strong attention to detail and a proactive, self-starting attitude.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Familiarity with RWS Tridion Docs CCMS.
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Experience using Oxygen XML Editor or similar tools.
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Background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments is a plus.
Apply Today and Help Us Build the Future of Technical Documentation
If you’re ready to take ownership of your work and make a real impact with a company that values innovation and clarity — we want to hear from you!
Apply now and let’s shape smarter documentation together.
Pay Details: 50.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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Company DescriptionSince 1977, the PDS family of companies has become among the largest and most respected staffing companies in the United States. A vital part of the PDS family, PDS Tech Commercial connects highly skilled employees with Fortune 500 clients’ needs for project support such as contingent labor, statement of work/offload engineering projects, and permanent placements.
PDS Tech Commercial has staffing partnerships with leading organizations based in the United States and globally. We hire jobseekers daily for openings across skill categories, including Engineering, IT, Business Professional, Administrative, Accounting/Finance, Skilled Trades and Industrial.
We offer eligible associates an ala carte benefits package, that can include direct deposit, free career counseling, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonuses, and an affordable medical coverage plan.
Now part of The Adecco Group, our shared synergies combined with the investment Adecco continues to make in PDS offers significant advantages to both clients and associates alike. We share Adecco’s dedication to unlocking our Associates’ potential by unleashing the Future@Work and to the importance of human and labor rights, diversity and inclusion, environmental responsibility, and more.
Company Description
Since 1977, the PDS family of companies has become among the largest and most respected staffing companies in the United States. A vital part of the PDS family, PDS Tech Commercial connects highly skilled employees with Fortune 500 clients’ needs for project support such as contingent labor, statement of work/offload engineering projects, and permanent placements.\r\n\r\nPDS Tech Commercial has staffing partnerships with leading organizations based in the United States and globally. We hire jobseekers daily for openings across skill categories, including Engineering, IT, Business Professional, Administrative, Accounting/Finance, Skilled Trades and Industrial.\r\n\r\nWe offer eligible associates an ala carte benefits package, that can include direct deposit, free career counseling, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonuses, and an affordable medical coverage plan.\r\n\r\nNow part of The Adecco Group, our shared synergies combined with the investment Adecco continues to make in PDS offers significant advantages to both clients and associates alike. We share Adecco’s dedication to unlocking our Associates’ potential by unleashing the Future@Work and to the importance of human and labor rights, diversity and inclusion, environmental responsibility, and more.