Technical Writers salary in Jacksonville, Florida

Salary distribution

Where Jacksonville technical writers fall on the wage curve.

Typical entry

• Education

  Bachelor's degree

• Experience

  Less than 5 years

• On-the-job training

  None

Top skills (O*NET)

• Writing

  Basic skill

  4.9 / 5

• English Language

  Knowledge

  4.8 / 5

• Computers and Electronics

  Knowledge

  4.3 / 5

• Written Expression

  Ability

  4.3 / 5

• Written Comprehension

  Ability

  4.1 / 5

• Reading Comprehension

  Basic skill

  4.1 / 5

• Near Vision

  Ability

  4.0 / 5

• Oral Comprehension

  Ability

  3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

1. 01

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

2. 02

   Maintain records and files of work and revisions.

3. 03

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

4. 04

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

5. 05

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

6. 06

   Develop or maintain online help documentation.

7. 07

   Assist in laying out material for publication.

8. 08

   Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.

Other metros in Florida

How the Jacksonville metro compares to other major Florida metro areas for technical writers.

• Orlando$82,470
• Tampa$81,020
• Miami$78,340