Website Maintenance Specialist
<p>Join Hire Hangar and work with fast-growing global companies while building a long-term, remote career.</p><p><strong>Job Title</strong> Website Maintenance Specialist</p><p><strong>Location</strong> Remote</p><p><strong>Time Zone</strong> US Time Zones (EST–CST overlap required)</p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong> We are seeking a detail-focused Website Maintenance Specialist to manage ongoing updates and quality assurance across a large portfolio of WordPress sites. This is a full-time role built for someone who takes pride in clean execution, thorough testing, and clear communication. You will work inside a structured ticketing system, handling everything from content edits to minor technical builds while maintaining a consistently high bar for quality.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><p>Process a daily queue of client website requests through a ticketing system, including content updates, design adjustments, and new landing pages</p></li><li><p>Execute WordPress changes spanning custom CSS/HTML, template edits, and basic-to-intermediate PHP and JavaScript</p></li><li><p>Conduct rigorous self-QA on every task: verify across browsers and devices, test all forms, links, menus, and interactive elements</p></li><li><p>Write professional client-facing update summaries for internal review before delivery</p></li><li><p>Work closely with developers and account managers to align on scope, requirements, and priorities</p></li><li><p>Identify patterns in recurring issues and surface recommendations for process or template improvements</p></li><li><p>Keep all sites secure, organized, and adhering to development best practices</p></li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p>Solid WordPress development background with hands-on experience in themes, plugins, child themes, and custom post types</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and working knowledge of PHP and JavaScript</p></li><li><p>Experience with leading page builders (Elementor, WPBakery, Divi, Gutenberg) and the ability to customize beyond their defaults</p></li><li><p>Track record of managing multiple live client sites simultaneously</p></li><li><p>Meticulous attention to detail and a self-QA mindset before every handoff</p></li><li><p>Professional written and spoken English with the ability to communicate clearly to non-technical stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Must have prior remote work experience, be fluent with remote collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana, or similar), and have ideally worked with US or UK-based companies.
Applications without this experience will not be considered.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p>Agency or multi-client environment experience</p></li><li><p>SEO knowledge applied within WordPress</p></li><li><p>Experience with site speed and performance optimization</p></li><li><p>Comfort using Git for version control</p></li></ul><p><strong>Tools & Technology</strong></p><ul><li><p>WordPress (themes, child themes, plugins, custom post types)</p></li><li><p>HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript</p></li><li><p>Page builders: Elementor, WPBakery, Divi, Gutenberg</p></li><li><p>Google Workspace</p></li><li><p>Slack, Zoom, and other remote collaboration tools</p></li><li><p>Ticketing / project management systems</p></li></ul><p><strong>Please NOTE</strong> It is crucial that you complete the application form in full. As part of the application process, you will be required to record a video. If your application is successful, you will receive an email confirming next steps—the video is the first step of the interview process.
If you do not record a video, we will not be able to consider you for ANY open roles.</p><p>We connect top talent with vetted employers, competitive pay, and real growth opportunities.</p>