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Weekend Testing Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Clerk, Adult Education Testing

Joliet, IL ยท On-site

$18.50 - $19.61/hr

Requires a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and an occasional weekend day. ESSENTIAL JOB ... Work closely with Testing Services staff to conduct online assessment testing at JJC campus and ...

Staff Engineer

Lake Zurich, IL ยท On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Testing duties will include earthwork, foundation, concrete, steel, masonry, and paving inspection ... Ability to work occasional overtime, weekends, and travel requiring out of town, overnight stays ...

Mobile Testing Technician

Shelbyville, IL ยท On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

Mobile Testing Tech Needed in Shelbyville, IL We are seeking a Mobile Testing Technician who will ... Ability to work different shifts (days/evenings) and some weekends * Two to three years related ...

Mobile Testing Technician

Shelbyville, IL

$18 - $24.25/hr

Mobile Testing Tech Needed in Shelbyville, IL We are seeking a Mobile Testing Technician who will ... Ability to work different shifts (days/evenings) and some weekends * Two to three years related ...

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Weekend Testing information

What are some common challenges faced by Weekend Testing professionals, and how can they effectively manage their workload?

Weekend Testing professionals often face the challenge of balancing tight testing deadlines with limited resources, as many teams operate with smaller staff on weekends. Additionally, they may need to rapidly identify and communicate critical issues to development teams who may not be immediately available. Effective workload management involves clear prioritization of test cases, using collaborative tools for asynchronous communication, and preparing comprehensive handover notes to ensure smooth transitions. Building strong communication channels with weekday teams and utilizing automated testing processes can also help streamline weekend test cycles.

What is Weekend Testing?

Weekend Testing is a community-driven initiative where software testers and quality assurance professionals come together online during weekends to practice testing skills, discuss industry topics, and collaboratively solve testing challenges. These sessions are typically informal and open to anyone interested in software testing, regardless of experience level. The main goal is experiential learning through hands-on activities, knowledge sharing, and networking with other testers across the globe. Weekend Testing provides a supportive environment to improve testing techniques, learn new tools, and grow professionally.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Software Tester, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Software Tester, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of software development and testing methodologies, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with testing tools like Selenium, JIRA, and knowledge of automation scripts or certifications such as ISTQB are often required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and adaptability make someone stand out by enabling effective teamwork and clear reporting of issues. These skills and qualifications ensure software quality, reduce defects, and support smooth project delivery.

What is the difference between Weekend Testing vs Software Tester?

AspectWeekend TestingSoftware Tester
CertificationsOptional, often includes ISTQB or similarOften requires ISTQB or equivalent certifications
Work EnvironmentPrimarily project-based, flexible hours, often remoteOffice or remote, standard full-time hours
Industry UsageUsed in software development projects, especially for testing phasesCore role in software development lifecycle across industries
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on testing during weekends, flexible scheduleBroader testing responsibilities, full-time role

Weekend Testing is a specialized testing role often performed during weekends with flexible hours, typically on a project basis. Software Testers have a broader, full-time role in software quality assurance, often requiring certifications like ISTQB. While both roles involve testing software, Weekend Testing emphasizes flexible, part-time work, whereas Software Testers usually work regular hours in a permanent position.

What are the most commonly searched types of Testing jobs in Illinois? The most popular types of Testing jobs in Illinois are:
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Clerk, Adult Education Testing

JJC Enterprises

Joliet, IL โ€ข On-site

$18.50 - $19.61/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Position Title:

Clerk, Adult Education Testing

Job Description:

POSITION: Clerk, Adult Education Testing
STATUS:Part-time, Grant-funded
DEPARTMENT: Adult Education and Literacy
DIVISION: Academic Affairs
CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff
UNION: TOSSC-AFT Local 604
REPORTS TO: Program Manager, Records and Reporting
PLACEMENT: Grade 103
HIRING RANGE: $18.50 - $19.61 hourly
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY
Provides a variety of clerical, proctoring, intake, placement and assessment services for current/prospective ESL, ABE, and ASE adult education students at various site locations to include Romeoville, City Center, and Morris Education Center. Requires a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and an occasional weekend day.


ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Provide exceptional customer service and user support to all visitors including students, faculty, staff, and community members/external customers. Answer phone inquiries, take messages, make calls and provide information and assistance.
2.Assist students in completing registration forms and determining appropriate testing.
3.Complete registration procedure for each student (intake, goals, class assignment).
4.Administer appropriate placement assessment tests to all students in paper/pencil or online testing modalities.
5.Confer with students and assign to appropriate classes based on students' scores on assessment test.
6.Work closely with Adult Education staff to ensure that students are tested with the proper test and placed in the proper class.
7.Work closely with Testing Services staff to conduct online assessment testing at JJC campus and offsite locations.
8.Monitor number of students in each class and keep accurate records of students' testing information.
9.Administer and score pre and post-testing for Adult Education students both paper/pencil as well as online testing.
10. Contact students by phone and email regarding class start dates and registration dates.
11.Conduct orientations for new adult education students.
12.Work collaboratively with others (e.g. colleagues, stakeholders, vendors) to accomplish functions and responsibilities.
13.Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1.High School diploma or equivalent.
2.Two (2) years of general office experience
3.Strong computer and Internet skills.
4.Working knowledge of modern office practices, machinery, and procedures.
5.Attentiveness to detail, strong organizational skills, initiative, and multitasking ability.
6.Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and impartiality.
7.Excellent Customer Service skills; strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability and willingness to work cooperatively with a diverse population.
8.Vehicle to travel between college campuses/centers and a valid driver's license.
9.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
10.Demonstrated commitment to the college's core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1.Knowledge of Colleague and Daisi Reporting Systems.
2.Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
3.Experience with TABE and CASAS placement tests.
4.Two (2) years of experience in detail-oriented customer service environment.
5.English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
6.Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
1.Normal office physical demands.
2.Ability to travel to sites throughout the district.
3.Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and an occasional weekend day.
4.Ability to remain calm and organized when testing and tutoring traffic increases.


WORKING CONDITIONS
1.Duties are performed indoors in the usual office environment.

BENEFITS

  • Click here for Technical Office Support Staff Council (TOSSC)-AFT Local 604

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Union (If Applicable):

TOSSC

Scheduled Hours:

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