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MAYDE CREEK HIGH

Clerk - General Day

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Personal computer, typewriter, printer, copier, and fax machine. Working Conditions: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress. Repetitive hand motions.

The County of Hidalgo

Deputy Clerk II

Edinburg, TX · On-site

Type correspondence and other documents and materials using a typewriter and/or processing software. Enters information on office records to the computer and retrieves information to respond to ...

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How much do typewriter jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for typewriter in the United States is $43,208.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,000.00 and $43,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a typewriter?

A Typewriter job traditionally involved manually typing documents using a mechanical or electronic typewriter. Today, it might refer to a typist or data entry role, where accuracy and speed in transcribing text are essential. These professionals often prepare reports, correspondence, or manuscripts for businesses, writers, or legal and medical professionals. While typewriters are largely obsolete, similar roles now rely on computers and word processing software.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a typewriter?

As a Typewriter, your daily responsibilities include transcribing handwritten notes or audio recordings into typed documents, formatting letters or reports according to specific guidelines, and reviewing work for errors before final submission. You may also handle tasks such as maintaining records, organizing files, and occasionally performing basic administrative duties. Depending on your workplace, you might collaborate with supervisors, clerks, or other team members to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines. This role requires both independence and attention to instructions to ensure accurate and high-quality output.

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

To excel as a Typewriter, strong typing skills with excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and familiarity with document formatting are essential, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with manual or electric typewriter machines, proofreading tools, and basic office equipment is typically required. Organizational skills, time management, and the ability to focus on repetitive tasks distinguish top performers in this field. These abilities are vital to ensure the timely, precise, and professional preparation of documents needed by clients or employers.

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Infographic showing various Typewriter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,208 per year, or $20.8 per hour.

Typist (37.5 hours)

Monticello Central School District

Niskayuna, NY • On-site

$32K - $39K/yr

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This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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Probationary Typist

ASSIGNMENT: Niskayuna High School; 12 months per year; 37.5 hours per week.

GENERAL INFORMATION: This position involves responsibility for performing routine clerical duties and/or assisting in the performance of more difficult clerical work. The class of Typist is comparable to the class of Clerk, but the work also requires the substantial use of a typewriter or word processing equipment in the performance of daily tasks. Direct supervision is received from higher level clerical or administrative staff with detailed instructions given for new or difficult assignments. The incumbent does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

  • Types forms, form letters, transcripts, invoices, vouchers, records, payrolls, title searches, judgments, lists reports, index cards, time cards, or similar materials;
  • Answers telephone and waits on the public;
  • Types addresses and mailing lists;
  • Types and maintains various types of records;
  • Files correspondence, memoranda, reports and other materials;
  • May operate a calculator, adding machine, typewriter, word processing equipment and other office machines;
  • Indexes materials and performs simple record keeping tasks;
  • Makes entries on cards or bills, or in ledge from original sources;
  • Makes arithmetical computations and compiles simple statistical reports;
  • Performs a variety of related duties as required.

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