Contract Jobs in Austin, TX

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Server - Beer and Wine

Company: Cinemark

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Facilities Specialist

Company: SpaceX

Location: Brownsville, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: Long Branch, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Cinemark offers a career with epic opportunities for growth and immersion in the film industry. Team Members create a welcoming environment, handle transactions, ensure movie presentation quality, and maintain theatre cleanliness. They may also work as Ushers, Box Office, or Concessionists. Requirements include being at least 16, having basic food handling training, and being available for flexible hours. The role demands excellent customer service, teamwork, and physical stamina.

Theatre Team Member - FEC

Company: Cinemark

Location: El Paso, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

US Government Contracts Manager-Sourcing

Company: GE Vernova

Location: Houston, TX / Remote

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The GE Power Conversion Sourcing Process Compliance Leader is responsible for ensuring compliance with US Government FAR/DFARS clauses and other regulations for all procurement related to projects in the region. This role involves managing the USG Sourcing Process, maintaining a Supplier Database, and preparing regulatory reports. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, minimum 3 years of contract negotiation experience, and a proven track record in sourcing for US Government projects. Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential. This is a remote position offering professional development and competitive compensation.

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: Richmond, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Claims Inside Property Adjuster (New Grad)

Company: Allstate

Location: Plainview, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Allstate is seeking a Moderate Inside Property Adjuster to handle property damage claims, primarily focusing on water damage. The role involves virtually inspecting damages, preparing estimates, and settling claims promptly. The adjuster will interact with customers, contractors, and vendors through various platforms. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, with an expected graduation date of Dec 2023 or Spring 2024. The training lasts 11 weeks, with licensing obtained during weeks 2-3. The role is fully remote, with a graduated efficiency scale for claim handling. Performance is evaluated based on quality, customer service, expediency, and behavior. Compensation ranges from $18.27 - $31.25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Allstate values employees who are well-organized, change-ready, direct decision-makers, and clear communicators.

Client Partner, ONESOURCE Indirect Tax

Company: Thomson Reuters

Location: Frisco, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Thomson Reuters is seeking a Client Partner to support the growth of the ONESOURCE Indirect Determination, Compliance and e-invoicing business. The role involves interfacing with internal stakeholders and possibly external partners to drive services opportunities. The successful candidate will lead project scoping, estimates, and SOWs for professional services, manage documentation and contract management, and establish document control processes. They will also coordinate pre-sale documentation and act as a 'go-to' for all document ownership in the SharePoint library. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, project management skills, experience in scoping, estimating, and contracting for professional services, excellent relationship management skills, and strong communication abilities.

Import Manager

Company: RTX

Location: Richardson, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Server - Beer and Wine

Company: Cinemark

Location: Round Rock, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Cinemark is offering a Server - Beer and Wine position with epic opportunities for career growth. The role involves guiding guests to order food and beverages, enhancing the movie-going experience, and cross-training in various roles. Responsibilities include greeting guests, knowing menu items, accurately recording orders, verifying age for alcohol transactions, and maintaining cleanliness. Requirements include proof of age, food handling training, flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays, excellent guest service, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 2

Company: Sodexo

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Sodexo Energy and Resources is seeking a Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager II for an Oil & Gas client in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will lead maintenance services, foster strong customer relationships, oversee personnel, and manage sub-contractors. Sodexo offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth. The role requires a proven track record in facilities management, strong technical knowledge, business acumen, and excellent communication skills.

Line Cook

Company: Cinemark

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Cinemark is offering a Line Cook position with opportunities for career growth and immersion in the food industry. The role involves preparing quality food in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely service, and maintaining cleanliness. Essential duties include following recipes, maintaining food storage, collaborating with the server team, and adhering to health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate is energetic, outgoing, quality-driven, and has a desire to pursue culinary career paths. Requirements include being at least 16 years old, completing food handling training, and having excellent guest service skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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