Technical Writer

Action Target Inc • Provo, UT

4h

About The Position

Action Target has the creativity and drive to develop innovative new firearms training technology, the experience to properly apply that technology to solve today’s training problems, and the dedication to provide the best ongoing service and support in the industry!

We are seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer to develop, maintain, and improve installation and operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals for our products. This role works closely with engineering, design, and project teams to translate technical information into clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with technical drawings, structured content, and modern tools—including AI—to efficiently manage and generate documentation.

Requirements

• Experience writing technical documentation, instruction manuals, or O&M manuals
• Strong ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise instructions
• Familiarity with CAD software and the ability to generate or modify technical illustrations
• Excellent written communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple documentation tasks simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience creating installation or service manuals for engineered or manufactured products
• Working knowledge of CAD platforms (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Experience using AI tools to assist with content generation, editing, or document management
• Familiarity with document control, revision tracking, and structured documentation systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, and technical subject-matter experts

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update existing installation and operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals to reflect product changes, field feedback, and best practices
• Create new installation and O&M manuals for new products, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency
• Develop technical illustrations and diagrams using CAD or CAD-derived tools to support written instructions
• Gather information from engineering, design, manufacturing, and field personnel to ensure documentation is technically accurate and complete
• Organize and structure content for ease of use by installers, technicians, and end users
• Ensure documentation complies with internal standards, branding, and applicable codes or regulations
• Manage document revisions, version control, and release processes
• Use AI-assisted tools to improve efficiency in drafting, updating, and maintaining documentation, while ensuring technical accuracy and quality
• Continuously improve documentation processes, templates, and style guides

Benefits

• A pretty cool industry where you will get to work with and interact with some very unique and cool customers.
• Competitive wages- We look at the market to make sure we are paying our employees what they are worth!
• A chance to grow in a positive working environment with an outstanding team and make a difference
• Industry Perks- As a community of outdoor and shooting enthusiasts, we are passionate about our gear. Working with our industry partners we have obtained discounts for our employees on firearms, targets, optics, range passes, and many other products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed