Data Entry Typist - Home Based

August 26, 2025

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<section class="job-section" id="st-companyDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Company Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg"><p>At Contec, we strive to be the best at bringing creative technology and people based solutions to the world’s broadband service providers and electronics OEM’s.</p><p>We enable our customers to extend service life and maximize financial returns from their investments in customer premise equipment and electronics hardware while maintaining or improving their customer experience. </p><p>Operating from out network of service centers we provide our customers with solutions that leverage our proprietary testing and repair technology to accurately and efficiently manage returned devices. For more complex repairs we leverage our low-cost repair locations so we can maintain the perfect balance of speed and cost that is right for each customer. Our custom kitting resources also allow us to effectively fulfill direct to customer and bulk product orders to ensure a positive end-customer experience.</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-jobDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Job Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="responsibilities"><p>Contec is looking for an efficient home based data entry typist to join our team. Home based data entry typists are responsible for transcribing information in a timely, accurate manner. In this position, you will also be required to submit completed assignments in the requisite format.</p><p>To ensure success as a home based data entry typist, you should produce meticulous work within stipulated time frames. Top candidates will be self-motivated and demonstrate above-average typing speeds.<br>Home Based Data Entry Typist Responsibilities:</p><p> Gathering and organizing the material from which you will work.<br> Typing memorandums, reports, and other documents using stipulated word processing software.<br> Preparing work in accordance with prescribed formatting guidelines.<br> Proofreading assignments and amending mistakes before submission.<br> Submitting completed work via mail or post.<br> Filing and storing copies of your completed assignments.<br> Maintaining a record of completed tasks and logging hours worked.<br> Remaining up-to-date with changes in pertinent word processing software.</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-qualifications"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Qualifications</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="qualifications"><p>Home Based Data Entry Typist Requirements:</p><p> High school diploma or equivalent.<br> Proficiency in Microsoft Office.<br> Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous.<br> Excellent written communication skills.<br> Outstanding organizational skills.<br> Attentive to detail.<br> Ability to work with minimal supervision.<br> Own personal or laptop computer.</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-additionalInformation"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Additional Information</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="incentives"><p>We Offer:</p><p>· Bonuses, incentives, and competitive compensation</p><p>· Opportunities to grow within</p><p>· Hands-on training</p><p>· Diverse and family-like atmosphere</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p></div></section>

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