WordPress Website Maintenance & Support Specialist

We manage 3-4 small business websites built on WordPress and need a reliable WordPress specialist for ongoing maintenance, updates, and minor fixes. This is consistent, low-stress work perfect for someone looking for stable monthly income.

Responsibilities:

Perform weekly WordPress core, plugin, and theme updates

Monitor website uptime and performance

Fix broken links and minor layout issues

Backup websites weekly (automated + verification)

Handle basic content updates (text changes, image uploads)

Respond to client requests within 24-48 hours

Troubleshoot and fix minor bugs or errors

Ensure websites are secure and malware-free

Update contact forms and email settings as needed

Monthly report on site health and updates performed

Required Skills:

1-2 years experience working with WordPress

Basic understanding of WordPress dashboard and settings

Familiarity with common plugins (Elementor, Yoast SEO, Contact Form 7)

Ability to identify and fix simple CSS/HTML issues

Knowledge of cPanel or website hosting basics

Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Reliable internet connection

Strong communication (English)

Nice to Have:

Experience with backup plugins (UpdraftPlus, BackupBuddy)

Knowledge of security plugins (Wordfence, Sucuri)

Basic PHP understanding for simple fixes

Familiarity with page builders (Elementor, WPBakery)

Experience with WooCommerce basics

Understanding of website speed optimization

Typical Monthly Tasks:

4-5 plugin/theme updates per site

1-2 backup verifications per site

2-4 client content update requests

1-2 minor bug fixes or troubleshooting

Monthly health check and report

Occasional urgent fixes (rare)

Realistic Workload:

Estimated 8-12 hours per month

Most work can be scheduled flexibly

Some urgent requests may need same-day response

Busiest during business hours (weekdays)

Very manageable alongside other projects

What We Offer:

Stable monthly retainer ($250-$500 based on experience)

Predictable, consistent workload

No late-night emergencies (we have backups)

Payment on the 1st of every month

Long-term partnership (clients are happy and stable)

Room to grow as we add more clients

Flexibility with your schedule

Payment Structure:

Basic Plan: $250/month (up to 8 hours of work)

Standard Plan: $400/month (up to 12 hours of work)

Additional hours: $30-$40/hour if needed

Payment via PayPal, Wise, or Payoneer

Tools We Use:

WordPress (various themes and plugins)

cPanel for hosting management

Slack or Email for communication

Google Drive for documentation

UpdraftPlus or similar for backups

Client Websites:

Local restaurant website

Small e-commerce store (WooCommerce)

Professional services firm

Community organization site

How to Apply:

Please share:

Brief summary of your WordPress experience

Types of issues you've fixed before

Your availability and time zone

Preferred monthly rate

How quickly you typically respond to requests

One WordPress tip you always recommend to clients

We're looking for someone dependable who takes pride in keeping websites running smoothly!