Contract Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Senior Public Relations Specialist

Company: Discover

Location: Riverwoods, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Discover is offering a job opportunity for a seasoned PR professional with a bachelor's degree in Communications or related field and 4+ years of experience in PR, journalism, or related roles. The role involves managing external communications, overseeing media relations, social media engagement, and executive communications. The successful candidate will develop and lead PR initiatives, manage key vendor relationships, and provide PR counsel for banking and payments businesses. The position requires proactive pitching of story angles, preparation of press releases, and managing daily media coverage. The base pay ranges from $67,000.00 to $113,000.00, with additional incentives possible. Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering benefits such as paid parental leave, 401(k) plan, and comprehensive health benefits.

Outside Sales Rep Now Hiring

Company:

Location: Plainfield, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

AmeriPro Roofing, a leading residential roofing contractor, is hiring Outside Sales Representatives in South and Southwest Chicagoland areas. These representatives educate homeowners about storm damage entitlements for roofing, siding, and gutter projects. AmeriPro Roofing stands out due to its fully staffed departments, enabling sales reps to focus on selling. The company offers competitive compensation including draw against commission, commission on approved sales, vehicle allowance, quarterly bonuses, full insurance benefits, and a 401K with employer match. Sales reps are expected to prospect, qualify, and close new sales, manage territories, inspect properties for damage, and build relationships with homeowners. Qualifications include 2+ years of sales experience, reliable vehicle, strong communication skills, and a smart phone. Industry knowledge and CRM experience are preferred.

Senior Financial Analyst

Company: Addison Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

A client in Downers Grove, Illinois is looking for a Financial Analyst with technical and analytical skills. The role involves database management, financial analysis, and database maintenance for the retail division. Essential qualifications include Visual Basic experience, a Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, 4+ years of financial analysis experience, and SQL experience. The position is initially a contract-to-hire role.

Field Sales Representative – Hiring Immediately

Company:

Location: Downers Grove, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

AmeriPro Roofing, a leading residential roofing contractor, is hiring Outside Sales Representatives in West Chicagoland. These representatives will educate homeowners about storm damage entitlements for roofing, siding, and gutter projects. The company stands out due to its fully staffed departments, allowing sales reps more time for tasks. Compensation includes a draw against commission, commission on approved sales, a vehicle allowance, quarterly bonuses, full insurance benefits, a 401K with a 4% employer match, and a training & development program. Responsibilities involve prospecting, qualifying, and closing new sales, managing territories, inspecting properties for damage, and building customer relationships. Qualifications include 2+ years of full-cycle sales experience, a reliable vehicle, excellent communication skills, and CRM experience.

Automotive Parts Associate - 2nd Shift

Company: CarMax

Location: Naperville, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The job description is for a Parts Specialist at CarMax in Naperville, Illinois. The role involves assisting technicians, locating and receiving parts, maintaining inventory, ensuring OSHA/EPA compliance, and providing excellent customer service. Key responsibilities include providing correct parts to customers, receiving and inventorying parts, controlling service supplies, and returning defective parts. The job requires strong PC skills, ability to lift 50 lbs, and effective communication. The working conditions are primarily indoor with potential for outdoor work and flexible hours. CarMax offers competitive pay and benefits, including sick time, vacation time, and holidays.

Outside Sales Representative

Company:

Location: Oak Park, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Management & Sales Training Program (Madison/Rockford)

Company:

Location: Dixon, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an 18-24 month entry-level position designed to prepare individuals for a Store Management role. The program includes 6-8 weeks of intensive training, followed by a typical 44-hour workweek. Participants will collaborate with store management, oversee a million-dollar business, and learn all aspects of operations, sales, and strategy. The training equips participants with skills for a successful career in management and professional sales, offering limitless career opportunities and leadership development. Sherwin-Williams values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

Logistics Coordinator

Company: Addison Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Outside Sales Representative

Company:

Location: Alsip, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

AmeriPro Roofing, a leading residential roofing contractor, is hiring Outside Sales Representatives in South and Southwest Chicagoland areas. These representatives educate homeowners about storm damage entitlements for roofing, siding, and gutter projects. AmeriPro Roofing stands out due to its fully staffed departments, enabling sales reps to focus on selling. The company offers competitive compensation including draw advancement, commission on approved sales, vehicle allowance, quarterly bonuses, full insurance benefits, and a 401K with employer match. Sales reps are expected to prospect, qualify, and close new sales, manage territories, inspect properties for damage, and build relationships with homeowners. Qualifications include 2+ years of sales experience, reliable vehicle, strong communication skills, and a smart phone. Industry knowledge and CRM experience are preferred.

Management & Sales Training Program (Madison/Rockford)

Company:

Location: Sterling, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an 18-24 month entry-level position designed to prepare individuals for a Store Management role. The program includes 6-8 weeks of intensive training, followed by a typical 44-hour workweek. Participants will collaborate with store management, oversee a million-dollar business, and learn all aspects of operations, sales, and strategy. The training equips participants with skills for a successful career in management and professional sales, offering limitless career opportunities and leadership development. Sherwin-Williams values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

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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