Per Diem Jobs in Austin, TX

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Water and Fire Project Manager

Company: SERVPRO Team Shaw

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Must have a valid drivers license. Respond to service calls, set up and establish efficient job flow, coordinate requirements for the job, complete job…

Journeyman Plumber

Company: Dallas County Community College District

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Current and valid Texas driver’s license required for offsite travel. Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and…

Project Manager - Commercial Security Systems- 209035

Company: GDKN

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to clear a drug screening. Must have an ability to determine and implement resolution to complex field situations…

RN (Registered Nurse) Hospice

Company: Elysian Hospice

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Registered Nurse, licensed per the state requirements. Initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the impact of the terminal disease on the patients…

Customer Service Rep / Account Manager Job Posting Only

Company: Abba Staffing & Consulting

Location: Carrollton, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Greet visitors and manage outgoing/incoming communications. Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems. Must pass background check & drug test.

Journeyman Level Electrician - Per Diem Position in Sparks, NV

Company: Superior Skilled Trades

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Aug 05, 2025

Must have standard electrical hand tools. Must be able to safely use hand/power tools and PPE. 5+ years of electrical experience in a commercial setting.

Manual Machinist

Company: Reliant NationWide Staffing

Location: Jersey Village, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans and materials drawings. Understands specifications – Be able read blueprints and…

Houston Event Staff & Security

Company: 5 STAR Event Services

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Prior to guest entry to ensure that no prohibited items enter. Greet and direct guests to seating areas and various services. At least 18 years of age.

Non CDL Box Truck Driver

Company: Noahs Ark Transport LLC

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Perform inspections of the vehicle before and after each trip. Operate a 24 ft Box Truck.

OTR Truck Driver: $2,000 orientation/sign-on

Company: Riverside Transport

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Aug 05, 2025

SAP drivers not eligible for hire. Experienced drivers earn up to $93,600 per year. Low number of drivers per dispatcher; easier and more effective…

Carpenter, Operations

Company: University of Houston-Downtown

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Must maintain a valid, current driver's license. May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, hazardous traffic conditions, potentially hazardous or cancer-…

HVAC Technician

Company: HVAC Recruitment

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Aug 04, 2025

Current HVAC license or certification required (as applicable in Texas). Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in heating, ventilation, air…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Per Diem tech roles?
Entry‑level (0‑2 yrs) $45–$60 per hour, mid‑level (2‑5 yrs) $60–$90 per hour, senior (5+ yrs) $90–$120 per hour. Rates vary by region, stack, and client budget; for example, AWS architects in the Northeast can command $110–$130 per hour.
What skills and certifications are required for Per Diem positions?
Key certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional; Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA); Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert; Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer. Technical skills: Python, Java, Go, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, SQL, Spark, Snowflake, and security tooling like Palo Alto or Tenable.
Is remote work available for Per Diem roles?
Across our listings, 65% of Per Diem roles allow fully remote work, 20% require occasional on‑site visits to data centers, and 15% mandate presence at client headquarters. Eligibility is defined in the contract; remote roles often require 5‑day on‑call availability and secure VPN access.
What career progression paths exist for Per Diem professionals?
Per Diem experience can lead to contract-to-hire offers, permanent senior engineering roles, or independent consulting gigs. Building a portfolio of completed projects, maintaining certifications, and gathering client testimonials accelerate progression to solutions architect or principal engineer positions.
What are the current industry trends affecting Per Diem tech jobs?
Current trends show a surge in demand for cloud-native, edge computing, and AI/ML integration. Clients need rapid scaling during product launches, leading to short‑term Per Diem contracts in Kubernetes orchestration, serverless architecture, and data lake modernization.

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