Contract Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Field Sales Representative – Hiring Immediately

Company:

Location: Tinley Park, 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 valid driver's license.

Financial Analysis Analyst III - Investor Relations

Company: Allstate

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Allstate, a company with over 90 years of experience, is seeking a Financial Analyst. The role involves analyzing financial results, creating compelling storylines, and supporting business partners. Key responsibilities include developing presentations, providing accurate reports, influencing actions with fact-based perspectives, and preparing financial updates. The position is hybrid, requiring 1-2 days per week in Chicagoland offices. No supervisory duties are involved. The compensation range is $45,600.00 - 78,337.50 annually, based on experience and qualifications. Allstate values inclusivity and diversity, offering opportunities for growth and impact.

Field Sales Representative - $60k - $200k Compensation

Company:

Location: Aurora, 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 reps more time for sales. Compensation includes a draw against commission, commission on approved sales, a vehicle allowance, quarterly bonuses, full insurance benefits, a 401K with employer match, and a training & development program. Responsibilities involve prospecting, qualifying, and closing 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.

GPS Director, North America

Company: Griffith Foods

Location: Alsip, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Griffith Foods, a global manufacturer of food products, seeks a GPS Director for North America. The role involves providing strategic direction and leadership to Griffith Foods Lean/GPS teams, driving manufacturing transformation, and implementing Global GPS and GPE in the NA region. Key responsibilities include managing continuous improvement activities, standardizing best practices, and facilitating activities using lean and continuous improvement methods. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Operations management, with 7-10 years of related experience in Food Manufacturing facilities and 5 years in Continuous Improvement roles. They should possess Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or accredited Lean certification, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Outside Sales Rep Now Hiring

Company:

Location: Tinley Park, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Channel Manager, CDW

Company: Yubico

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Management & Sales Training Program

Company:

Location: Champaign, 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 customer service. Successful completion leads to an Assistant Store Manager position. The program offers leadership development, professional networking opportunities, and a clear career trajectory. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible time off. Sherwin-Williams values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

Outside Sales Representative

Company:

Location: Aurora, IL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Roofing Sales Immediately Hiring

Company:

Location: Bolingbrook, 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 reps more time for sales. Compensation includes a draw against commission, commission on approved sales, a vehicle allowance, quarterly bonuses, full insurance benefits, a 401K with employer match, and a training & development program. Responsibilities involve prospecting, qualifying, and closing 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.

Outside Sales Rep Now Hiring

Company:

Location: Tinley Park, 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 valid driver's license.

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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