Wordpress Website Developer

$52,000 - $52,000/Yr

The Cartell Group - Toledo, OH

posted 5 days ago

Part-time - Entry Level
Toledo, OH
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Web Developer at The Cartell Group will be responsible for customizing and optimizing websites primarily using the Avada Theme on WordPress. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, a deep understanding of SEO, and the ability to enhance site speed and performance. The ideal candidate will be proactive, bring direction, and have a keen eye for improving low-level websites into polished, high-performing sites as well as creating sites from scratch.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and customize websites using the Avada Theme, ensuring they meet design and functionality requirements.
  • Quickly identify and resolve technical issues related to website performance, plugins, and server-related challenges.
  • Implement on-page and technical SEO best practices, including site maps, meta tags, keyword optimization, and structured data.
  • Focus on improving site speed and overall performance, ensuring quick load times and smooth user experiences.
  • Regularly update and optimize websites for mobile responsiveness, cross-browser compatibility, and accessibility.
  • Utilize basic server knowledge to manage and maintain website hosting environments, troubleshoot server-related issues, and optimize performance.
  • Provide ongoing support and maintenance for several websites, ensuring they remain up-to-date with the latest web standards and technologies.
  • Bring fresh ideas and strategies to enhance our web presence, contributing to the overall direction and improvement of our digital assets.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience with WordPress, particularly with the Avada Theme.
  • Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP; ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
  • Proficient in SEO best practices and tools, with experience in optimizing websites for search engines.
  • Demonstrated ability to significantly improve site speed and performance.
  • Familiarity with web hosting environments, server configurations, and basic server management.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in web development, with a focus on WordPress and Avada Theme customization.
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to quickly diagnose and fix issues.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing previous work with WordPress and Avada Theme customizations.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with website optimization tools like Google PageSpeed Insights, GTmetrix, or similar.
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards and practices.

Benefits

  • Part-time work with flexible hours
  • Competitive pay starting at $25.00 per hour
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