WordPress Support & Maintenance Specialist (Contract, Remote)

Clutch Creative
United States
about 2 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$83,200.0 - $104,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

PHP (Programming Language) Software Debugging Domain Name System (DNS) WordPress Transport Layer Security Front End Software Development Software Version Control

Job description

Clutch Creative Co. is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented WordPress Support & Maintenance Specialist to manage technical support and ongoing maintenance for client sites. You’ll handle site migrations, plugin updates, troubleshooting, and performance checks - ensuring every site we manage remains secure, stable, and fast. This is a remote contractor position (~10 hours per week to start) with the opportunity to grow., * Migrate WordPress sites to our WP Engine hosting environment

  • Run regular plugin, theme, and core updates using staging and backup best practices
  • Troubleshoot common site issues (white screens, plugin conflicts, broken layouts)
  • Run health and security scans and provide actionable recommendations
  • Respond to client support requests and change orders (content swaps, plugin adds, etc.)
  • Assist our lead developer as backup for dev overflow tasks
  • Help document repeatable workflows and update logs

Requirements

Do you have experience in WordPress?, * 3+ years of hands-on experience working with WordPress

  • Strong knowledge of WordPress file structure, plugin ecosystem, and best practices
  • Experience working in WP Engine or similar managed environments
  • Ability to safely update plugins/themes and resolve compatibility issues
  • Familiarity with staging sites, version control (basic), and basic PHP/HTML/CSS debugging
  • Clear, proactive communicator who works independently and reliably

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Familiarity with DNS/SSL/domain management
  • Design awareness for frontend tweaks
  • Experience working in an agency environment or handling multiple sites

Benefits & conditions

$40 - $50 an hour - Contract

About the company

At Clutch, we create beautiful, high-performing websites that drive results for our clients. We’re a tight-knit team that values collaboration, innovation, and top-tier customer service. If you’re looking for a flexible contractor role with a growing creative agency, this is your chance to make an impact!

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