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SOCIAL WORKER (TITLE 5)

Company: Department of the Army - Army National Guard Units

Location: Kansas City, Missouri Kansas City, Missouri

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This is a National Guard position for a Social Worker, GS018512, with an indefinite reimbursable excepted service contract.

Supervisory Contract Specialist - DHA

Company: Department of Health and Human Services - Indian Health Service

Location: Shiprock, New Mexico Shiprock, New Mexico

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This position is located at the Northern Navajo Medical Center and involves initiating procure actions, negotiating contracts, and providing advice on procedures and regulations.

Teacher (Industrial Arts)

Company: Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Education

Location: Fort Wingate, New Mexico Fort Wingate, New Mexico

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This position is for a Teacher Industrial Arts at Wingate High School Bureau of Indian Education, responsible for teaching in a middle school or high school setting.

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (Title 32) (TEMP-INDEF)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Aug 29, 2024

The National Guard is hiring an Aircraft Engine Mechanic in SLC, UT. The position is open to the public and may be terminated or converted to permanent tenure.

Teacher (Early Childhood)

Company: Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Education

Location: Crownpoint, New Mexico Crownpoint, New Mexico

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This position is part of the Mariano Lake Community School Bureau of Indian Education. As a Teacher Early Childhood, you will be responsible for serving as a classroom teacher in a BIE school on or near the Reservation.

Teacher (Performing Arts)

Company: Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Education

Location: Fort Wingate, New Mexico Fort Wingate, New Mexico

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This position is for a teacher at Wingate High School Bureau of Indian Education, responsible for teaching specialized subjects in a middle school or high school setting.

Transitional Teacher (Industrial Arts)

Company: Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Education

Location: Fort Wingate, New Mexico Fort Wingate, New Mexico

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This position is for a Transitional Teacher Industrial Arts at Wingate High School Bureau of Indian Education, responsible for teaching in a middle school or high school setting.

POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32) (TEMP-INDEF)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Powered Support Systems Mechanic position in the Utah Air National Guard. The position is open to the public and those willing to join the UTANG.

SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a Sheet Metal Mechanic position in the Utah Air National Guard. The position is open to the public and those willing to join the UTANG.

Transitional Teacher (Performing Arts)

Company: Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Education

Location: Fort Wingate, New Mexico Fort Wingate, New Mexico

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This position is for a Transitional Teacher Performing Arts at Wingate High School Bureau of Indian Education, responsible for teaching in a middle school or high school setting.

Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic (TEMP-INDEF) (TITLE 32)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This is a job posting for an Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic position in the Utah Air National Guard. The position is open to the public and those willing to join the UTANG.

Police Officer (Title 32)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Aug 29, 2024

This National Guard position is for a Police Officer Title 32 Position Description Number D2499P01and is part of the 151st SFS located in Salt Lake City with the Utah Air National Guard. The vacancy is open to the public and those in the UTANG or willing to join.

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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