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Leidos

Chinese Linguist

Vienna, VA · On-site

Are you an experienced and highly qualified Senior Chinese Translator/Linguist looking for your next challenge? Leidos has an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking a talented linguist who can ...

Leidos

Chinese Linguist

Vienna, VA · On-site

Are you an experienced and highly qualified Senior Chinese Translator/Linguist looking for your next challenge? Leidos has an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking a talented linguist who can ...

All Hallows Catholic Church

Remote Translator

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$43K - $57K/yr

Spanish, Arabic, French, Japaneses, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, and German. Essential Functions ... Translator needed Asap Physical Requirements Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle ...

All Hallows Catholic Church

Remote Translator

Augusta, ME · On-site

$43K - $56K/yr

Spanish, Arabic, French, Japaneses, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, and German. Essential Functions ... Translator needed Asap Physical Requirements Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle ...

All Hallows Catholic Church

Remote Translator

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

$45K - $58K/yr

Spanish, Arabic, French, Japaneses, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, and German. Essential Functions ... Translator needed Asap Physical Requirements Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle ...

All Hallows Catholic Church

Remote Translator

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$42K - $54K/yr

Spanish, Arabic, French, Japaneses, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, and German. Essential Functions ... Translator needed Asap Physical Requirements Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle ...

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Warehouse Translator

Dublin, GA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Translator fluent in Chinese (Mandarin) and English to support daily operations. This role is essential in ensuring clear ...

All Hallows Catholic Church

Remote Translator

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$47K - $62K/yr

Spanish, Arabic, French, Japaneses, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, and German. Essential Functions ... Translator needed Asap Physical Requirements Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle ...

SOSi

Foreign Language Translator

$45K - $58K/yr

Overview SOS International LLC (SOSi) is seeking a Foreign Language Translators in a variety of languages including Spanish, Arabic, Chinese Mandarin, Chinese Cantonese, Foochow, Haitian Creole ...

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How much do chinese translator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for chinese translator in the United States is $57,200.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Chinese Translator job?

A Chinese Translator converts written or spoken content between Chinese and another language, ensuring accuracy, cultural appropriateness, and clarity. They may work in various industries, including business, legal, medical, and technical fields. Responsibilities often include translating documents, interpreting conversations, and localizing content for different audiences. Strong language proficiency, cultural understanding, and attention to detail are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Chinese Translator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chinese Translator, you need fluency in both Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) and English, a deep understanding of both cultures, and strong linguistic skills, often backed by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with translation memory software, CAT tools (like SDL Trados or MemoQ), and industry-specific terminology databases is highly advantageous. Attention to detail, time management, and excellent communication skills help translators deliver accurate work and effectively collaborate with clients or teams. These capabilities are essential for ensuring high-quality, contextually appropriate translations that meet client needs and industry standards.

What does a typical workday look like for a Chinese Translator?

A typical workday for a Chinese Translator involves translating documents, audio, or live conversations between Chinese and English, ensuring accuracy and appropriate cultural context. You may review and edit translations, research specialized terminology, and collaborate with clients or project managers to clarify requirements. Depending on the employer, the role can involve working independently or as part of a larger team, sometimes under tight deadlines. Many translators also participate in meetings or training sessions to stay updated on industry practices, especially in sectors like legal, medical, or technical translation. The variety of content and communication ensures that each day brings new challenges and opportunities to expand your expertise.
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Infographic showing various Chinese Translator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,200 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Chinese Mandarin Interpreter/Translator (CAT III)

The Unconventional

Camp H M Smith, HI • On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, are a committed team of dedicated former military and civilian professionals who believe in providing ethical and quality services to Government customers. Our leadership team is composed primarily of Veterans who are now serving in a corporate environment rather than in uniform. Our customer's missions become our own and we are committed to working as a team to achieve success. Because of the depth and experiences of our corporate leadership, we can assure all our customers that "we will do what we say we can do" and will focus on our customer's missions rather than corporate goals. Our business model is based on a personal commitment from our leaders to maintain contact with our customers to continually and consistently gauge our performance. Yorktown Systems Group was founded on the idea that providing quality and ethical services with a laser focus on our customer's goals is an effective long-term business model. Our mission, therefore, is to help our customers meet their requirements and goals. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. This provision shall not apply to instances in which an employee who has access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of such employee's essential job functions discloses the compensation of such other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to such information, unless such disclosure is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or is consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. The Unconventional, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.
Job Title
Chinese Mandarin Interpreter/Translator (CAT III)
Location
Camp Smith, HI - Camp Smith, HI 96861 US
Honolulu, Hawaii - Honolulu, HI 96861 US
Taipei, Taiwan - Taipei, 100007 TW (Primary)
Job Description
The Unconventional is seeking exceptionally qualified Chinese Mandarin Interpreter / Translator (CAT III) to provide support with foreign language interpretation, transcription, reporting, and translation services.
Specific duties may include, but are not limited to:
  • Provide document translation.
  • Shall provide oral interpretation and perform basic to strategic military tactical and administrative clerical work such as drafting correspondence, coordinating meetings, and research as required. Specialized Translator/interpreters will be expected to translate discussions between U.S. and provided/identified military during training.
  • Shall analyze source conversations necessary to accurately document conversations and activities.
  • May be expected to follow units through training lanes and must be able to conduct field operations if required.
  • Shall provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services as required by the supported elements.
  • May be required to travel and be at specified sites depending on mission requirements.
  • Function as an integral member of a team.
  • Perform such other duties as are customarily performed by other persons in similar such positions, as well as such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the employer.

Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
  • Must have experience and skill in Chinese Mandarin and English translating/interpreting, transcribing and documenting conversation.
  • Professional working proficiency in Chinese Mandarin and English.
  • Must have an industry recognized certification that proves you possess the language proficiency in order to satisfactorily support the resulting contract.
  • Must have experience providing consecutive interpretation services between English and Mandarin Chinese native speakers.
  • Must possess skills to quickly and effectively translate between Mandarin Chinese /English & English/ Mandarin Chinese in a large group setting while discussing one or more topics.
  • Shall have the familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
  • Shall have the ability to function as an integral member of a team of professionals.
  • Able to work for a minimum of eight (8) hours a day up to twelve (12) hours a day, five (5) days per week and may work on official holidays.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Prior military experience.

Clearance: An active Top Secret security clearance
Location: Taipei, Taiwan
Travel: OCONUS and CONUS travel may be required.
Security Clearance
Travel
Some travel may be required
Job Type
Full-Time
Exemption Type
Exempt
Category
Contractors
EEO STATEMENT Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, any other non-merit-based factor, or other characteristics protected by law. As part of the company's equal employment opportunity policy, Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries, will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities. The Unconventional, LLC. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.

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