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Excellent pay, unlimited opportunity Students and career switchers today are frequently pointed toward a traditional 4-year bachelor’s degree or advised to go into healthcare or information technology – all good choices. But there’s another option, often overlooked, one that opens the door to a wealth of excellent career opportunities – the skilled trades. Not only is the pay very good, but many skilled tradespeople start careers after just a short certification or training program or an associate’s degree rather than having to spend four or more years in college taking on student loan debt. This gives them the enviable ability to enter the workforce quickly, yet continue their education at any point they desire. “Our students can earn an entry-level credential that qualifies them for immediate employment, but it’s stackable toward additional certifications or an associate’s degree,” explains Corey McCray, vice president for the Center for Workplace Solutions at Tidewater Community College. “So they’re no longer in a position where they have to choose between work or college. They can do both if that’s their desire – these are training opportunities that stay with them for a lifetime.” Additional training is often paid for by employers. “We see it all the time,” says McCray. “Students earn their initial certification, begin a job, then return to us to work toward their associate’s degree with tuition assistance. They get that first credential, and from there, they just take off.” Bobby Jackson, Old Dominion University’s mechanical/electrical shop manager, loves working for the university, and it didn’t take a Ph.D. to earn his spot on the employee roster. “I started in the trades and that’s where I’ve always worked,” says Jackson, who began his career as a helper at the Port of Virginia, learning the HVAC and electrical fields and moving up into management. “The trades are not a dead end career,” he says. Jackson manages ODU’s electricians, HVAC mechanics, plumbers and preventative maintenance staff. “It’s a very family-oriented place to work, people take care of each other, the pay is good, the benefits are good, the retirement plan is good – it’s a win-win all the way around,” he says.
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WHERE THE JOBS ARE: # of new jobs through 2026 Industrial Mechanics - 32,400 Auto/Diesel Technicians – 74,100 Material Moving Machine Operators – 44,100 Construction Laborers – 183,400 Grounds Maintenance – 133,400 Carpenters – 87,000 Construction Equipment Operators – 52,800 Electricians – 60,100 Masonry Workers – 34,500 Plumbers – 75,800 Maintenance & Repair – 112,700 Laborers/ Material Movers – 273,000 (bls.gov)
Another popular option? Registered apprenticeships that allow tradespeople to earn while they learn. “I was pretty fortunate because the port paid for my education; that was a really good deal,” notes Jackson. Apprentices are full-time employees, with benefits, who learn their occupation through a combination of classwork and hands-on training. “Apprentices earn an hourly rate and they get a guaranteed increase once a year, unless the employer decides to pay them more than the graduated scale,” says Rick Brooks, with the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry. “When employers choose an apprentice, they’re choosing future leaders,” adds Brooks. Much of the leadership at local shipyards, for example, came up through apprenticeships. Visit www.doli.virginia.gov and click on the Search Apprenticeship tab to learn more. The skilled trades field represents hundreds of individual job categories that cater to a wide variety of talents and career goals. “Mechatronics didn’t even exist back in the day, and the whole field of advanced manufacturing has just changed so much,” notes Mike Summers, provost at TCC’s Virginia Beach Campus. “It’s full of electronics and robots. Any manufacturing in this country is now clean and
high tech, and it’s certainly a field that continues to grow. “And in our region, the shipyards represent tremendous career opportunities. We build and repair the most sophisticated naval vessels in the world. If you learn welding or pipefitting and go to work for one of these shipyards, you’ll be turning $80,000 in a couple of years. You can raise a family on that. William “Bill” Crow, President of the locally-based Virginia Ship Repair Association, agrees that skilled trades wages can be quite high. “There was a maritime administration study completed two years ago, and the average yearly income of shop-level and below workers across the ship repair and building industry was $73,000,” he says. “Now your 18-year-old is going to start out as a helper in the shipyard, they’re not going to make that $73,000 right away,” notes Crow. “But the other part of it is, when you talk about the industry and the shortages in staffing that we’re facing, I got a call last year from someone asking how raising the minimum wage would affect shipbuilding and repair, and I said it won’t. We are already paying well above minimum wage, even for a helper to come into our shipyards to do a fire watch or those types of things.” A good resource to begin researching a career in the skilled trades is the Virginia Community College System’s online Wizard (www.vawizard. org), which offers a regional overview of available jobs, how much they pay and what type of training is necessary to work in that field. McCray suggests checking out some of the certification and degree programs TCC offers by going to tcc.edu and clicking on the workforce development banner. “If you’re exploring your options and don’t really know how to launch your career or whether the field you’re interested in is really what you want to do with your life, it can help to earn a short-term credential, go through that initial training and become exposed to that industry, understand what it’s about,” he says. Once you settle on a trade, with training and a willingness to work, you’ll be successful says ODU’s Jackson. “If you’ve got that, then the jobs are there.”
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The perks of working in the HVAC field add up quickly: the technology is impressive, the pay is excellent and there are always jobs available. “Over the next 3 to 5 years, we have to replace as many as 115,000 HVAC technicians,” says Todd Washam, Director of Industry and External Relations for the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), a national trade organization. “And contractors right now don’t know where they are going to find them. Ninety percent of the people we survey say workforce is the biggest issue they face; it’s inhibiting their business growth.” As Krepcik notes, “People in this trade take care of hospitals, high-rise buildings, manufacturing plants – over 55 percent of the energy used in the United States is consumed by HVAC equipment.” Adds Washam, “And the contracting portion of that is never going to be exported. Somebody has to be available to fix that.” HVAC work is hands-on and increasingly high tech. “For HVAC, the body of technical knowledge doubles every two years – it’s actually a little under 1.8 years – and that technical capability that the industry has developed shows up in the equipment,” says Krepcik. “Everything is controlled with microprocessors, and logic is built into the control systems. Very simply, you have to understand a lot more today than even 10 years ago.” Technicians are also taking on additional job duties, says Washam. “A lot of professional HVAC contractors are getting more involved with home services, especially home automation,” from programmable thermostats to apps that allow instant temperature control. “With smartphones, the Echo devices and the Google devices, those are going to be controlling everybody’s homes and HVAC technicians are going to be the ones setting all that up,” Washam says. “Some of the biggest equipment distributors in the country are developing training to teach contractors how to work with routers and connect HVAC systems and everything else to these devices. “The HVAC controls market can be very profitable and a lot of that can be done from outside the traditional workplace – you can help business owners diagnose problems and fix them right from your own home or office.” HVAC techs are also learning to work with drones, he says. “A lot of the commercial HVAC contractors who work on some of the high-rise buildings are getting unmanned aerial vehicles and instead of sending a technician up on the roof to do a site survey, they’re sending a drone up there to video it, so they have technicians flying drones around buildings.” Several local career training schools and community colleges offer excellent HVAC diploma and associate degree programs. Many students are hired before they even graduate and get a jumpstart on their careers while finishing school, says Dave Philpott, HVAC program coordinator at ATI (Advanced Technology Institute). “You can go through one of these technical education programs and come out making $20 to $30 an hour working for an HVAC contractor and own a home and start a family by the time you’re in your mid20s,” says Washam. That’s in contrast to graduates with traditional 4-year degrees who are seeing large chunks of their income swallowed by student loan debt. So if you’re looking for a job that’s in demand, tech-oriented and pays well, the HVAC field is an exceptional choice The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a job growth rate of 15% through 2026, which it characterizes as much faster than average. “That’s true in Virginia as well as in the United States and Canada,” says Harlan Krepcik, HVAC program head at Tidewater Community College. “The average age of an HVAC technician is 56, 57 years. The number of people retiring far exceeds the number of people coming into the trade.” Almost every U.S. industry will feel the impact if the HVAC trade can’t keep up with demand. “You’ve got fresh food that requires refrigeration, MRI machines in hospitals require chillers to run them, you’ve got information technology centers that must have a significant amount of air conditioning to keep them operational,” says Washam, listing just a few of a myriad of critical functions dependent on HVAC technicians. “America isn’t running without heating and air conditioning and refrigeration.”
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Construction Trades If building a well-paying, long-term career is at the top of your job-hunting list, then look no further than the construction trades. Skilled tradespeople in this field are extremely adaptable to changing economic conditions, giving them an enviable resilience. In cyclical boom times, they can’t work enough hours to satisfy demand. During downturns, their talents make way for them in related sectors – homeowners still need to replace aging roofs, businesses have to maintain their heating and cooling systems, and manufacturers are dependent on miles of wiring to deliver uninterrupted power. With such a diverse menu of occupations and workplace settings on offer, along with unlimited opportunities for professional growth, why are employers having such a hard time filling hardhats? “I talk to people about this all the time,” says Chris Robards, regional operations manager for Crowder Construction Company, a general contracting firm with specialties in civil, environmental and industrial construction. “Growing up you’re told you’ve got to go to college, and so someone who has this love for carpentry or welding or electrical work and wants to go into a trade, that career choice is undermined. And that’s not right.” For those who do go into the construction trades, the rewards can be significant. “The construction market is booming and the number of qualified workers is low; what we’re seeing is that anyone who is good at what they do is employed if they want to be,” says Robards. “If you master your trade, you can name your job, where you want to work, you can almost name your paycheck. What better position to be in?” And if your impression of construction work features a male-only cast, it’s time to bring that stereotype up to date and make way for the many women who are wielding hammers, pouring concrete, supervising crews and otherwise building successful careers in the field. Carol Curtis, president and CEO of Noah Enterprises, a locally-based general contracting firm, says the glass ceiling has been broken. “Women by all means are welcome in the construction industry and there are many, many opportunities, whether it’s with a construction firm, a design or engineering firm, in the private sector or with a municipality – the doors are open,” she says. “So don’t let the ideas of the past hold you back.” While conventional wisdom dictates that a successful career begins with a bachelor’s degree, many people – both male and female – are overlooking alternative paths that can be just as successful, says Curtis. “Some people are wired for a 4-year college, some people aren’t,” she says. “If you like working with your hands, there are so many different avenues you can choose in the construction industry. And there is nothing like watching a true craftsman, whether they are doing trim work, laying piping or reading blueprints. These are people who can bring to life what somebody has envisioned on paper. This industry truly has a great appreciation for these artisans.” That appreciation translates to some very good paychecks. “You can come out of a welding program and make anywhere from $60,000 to $80,000 a year,” says Curtis. “You’re well-respected and you’re out there making a really good living. And to do something you love and make a career out of it is just amazing.” It’s not just the hefty paychecks that attract workers to the construction trades, says Doug Smith, a vice president with Hearndon Construction, a local building firm. “This guy is a college graduate, and I asked him what makes you want to build houses when you have a degree. He told me he likes working outside, and he enjoys taking a slab of concrete and making it into a house with his hands – he’s like an artist painting a picture. So he’s happier today than when he was working in the corporate world.” Those with an entrepreneur bent can even start their own companies, says Smith. “If you learn your trade, there are plenty of opportunities. My framer, my roofer, my plumber and my heat and air guy, they all started out on the bottom and they all own their own businesses today. So there is a lot of upward mobility in the construction trades if you have vision.” Adds Robards, “Every day is different, every project is a new opportunity to learn, to prove yourself. You don’t get bored. I started in ’97 and I can honestly say I’m as enthusiastic about what I do now as 20 years ago – I love going to work.” PM-25591052D
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Maintenance Trades One of the hallmarks of a skilled trades career is exceptional opportunity for advancement. John McCarthy, a program coordinator at Tidewater Tech, often tells his students to stop thinking in terms of limits. “The only limit is your imagination,” he says. “You can do anything in these trades that you need to do. “We have a building maintenance program here – every building needs somebody to take care of it. I have a friend who does that kind of work in commercial real estate and he’s making upwards of $70,000 a year doing a blue collar job. Young people have been brainwashed into thinking that you have to wear a suit and tie to work to be successful.” The field is a diverse one. Anything a skilled tradesperson builds – a highway, a power plant, an apartment building – requires another skilled tradesperson to maintain. Make that a small army of skilled tradespeople. From public parks to office towers to schools, you’ll find grounds and janitorial maintenance crews mowing and cleaning. At factories, technicians lubricate and test huge mechanical systems. Along roadways, crews repair damaged asphalt and clear drainage ditches. In addition to being sought after by private industry, maintenance tradespeople are also recruited by the communities they live in. For instance, HRSD (Hampton Roads Sanitation District) attracts those who like the idea of working for an organization that is committed to safeguarding the environment and providing services that residents depend on. “At HRSD, we hire everyone from plant operators and engineers all the way through instrumentation specialist, electricians, maintenance operators, heavy equipment operators, facility assistants and in my division we have interceptor technicians, pump station supervisors and conveyance system supervisors,” lists Chris Stephan, HRSD’s Chief of Interceptor Operations, North Shore. “A lot of people start at an assistant position where they kind of get their feet wet and find out what we do, decide what they like,” describes Stephan. “The beautiful thing about HRSD is that you can work your way up the chain. It all depends on initiative, drive and capabilities.” If more training is required to make the job you want a good match, HRSD offers generous education benefits, including 4-year apprenticeship programs in eight different trades. Unlike a lot of other employment sectors, wastewater treatment and management is not a field that can be outsourced. “It’s not only job security and excellent benefits, but you also have the added benefit of a purpose in your job,” says Stephan. “You can go into a lot of jobs, and they’re good jobs, very honorable, but here we’re actively working to protect the environment.” Educational requirements vary by job from a high school diploma to a college degree and workers often find good opportunities for career advancement. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the need for general maintenance and repair workers to increase by 6% through 2024.
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Accounting & Finance Director of Procurement –Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 102549934 Mortgage Loan Officer –ABNB Federal Credit Union, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Suffolk, Chesapeake, Job ID# 102916108
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Independent Collision Center Manager –Company Confidential, Norfolk, Job ID# 103084160
Banking/Financial Services ACH &amp; IRA Processor –ABNB Federal Credit Union, Chesapeake, Job ID# 102077287 Client Relationship Associate/Assistant –Wilbanks, Smith & Thomas Asset Management, LLC, Norfolk, Job ID# 103550866
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Home Delivery Collector –Pilot Media, Virginia Beach, Job ID# 103233551
Computers/IT/ Technology Applications Systems Analyst II –Pilot Media, Norfolk, Job ID# 103233548 IT Technician –The Real Estate Group, Chesapeake, Job ID# 102942734 Lead Project Manager (#00998) –OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY, Norfolk, Job ID# 102960344 Senior Developer (#01085) –OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY, Norfolk, Job ID# 103490297
Senior Systems Analyst –HRSD Hampton Roads Sanitation Dist., Virginia Beach, Job ID# 102685578 Server/Security Analyst –CITY OF GREENVILLE, Greenville, Job ID# 103414111 Sr. System Administrator –Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 99043388 Technology Support Specialist –College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, Job ID# 102954284
Counseling/Social Services/Non-Profit Counselor, Substance Use Disorder Opioid Treatment Program –HamptonNewport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 103546886 Full-time Community Services Associate II - SEFP –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 103014315 MASTER&#039;S CLINICIAN - EMERGENCY SERVICES –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 102089177 PT Community Services Associate II Day Support –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 102090671 PT Community Services Associate II - SEFP –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 99836020 PT/On-Call Community Services Associate II - Residential –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 99836021 Service Coordinator - PACT –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 103014317 TDT Counselor –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 99948854 Therapist I - Opioid Treatment –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Newport News, Job ID# 102777452
Customer Service/Call Center Customer Service Representative I – HRT - Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 102376112
Drivers/Transportation/ Shipping Bus Operator Trainee *Sign on Bonus* –HRT - Hampton Roads Transit, , Job ID# 99877561 Bus Transportation Supervisor –Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 98749685 Greyhound Driver –Greyhound, Norfolk, Job ID# 103257457
School Bus Driver Needed –Company Confidential, Virginia Beach, Job ID# 102922909
Education/Training Lecturer in Sociology and Criminal Justice –ODU Academic Affairs, Norfolk, Job ID# 102949129
Engineering/ Architecture Chief of Design and Construction-SWIFT –HRSD Hampton Roads Sanitation Dist, Virginia Beach, Job ID# 103450695 Design Assistant –New Day Office Products & Furnishings, Suffolk, Job ID# 102922895
Environmental/ Agriculture Environmental Health and Safety Manager (EHS) –QED Systems, Inc., Hampton Roads, Job ID# 103296849 TSD Intern –HRSD Hampton Roads Sanitation Dist, Virginia Beach, Job ID# 103450693
Factory/Warehouse Counter Sales / Warehouse –Hampton Roads Electrical Supply, Chesapeake, Job ID# 103429120
General/Other Electronic Technician –Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 100764978 Mechanic *$2,500 Sign on Bonus* – Hampton Roads Transit, Hampton, Job ID# 99269912 Millers Oil Company –Miller Oil Company, Norfolk, Job ID# 103187061 Sr Scheduler –Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 100536515
Human Resources Benefits Administrator –Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 102945467 Benefits Manager –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 102358408 Director of Human –LAKE TAYLOR HOSPITAL, Norfolk, Job ID# 103413684 Human Resources Generalist I (Benefits and Employee Relations) –City of Chesapeake, Chesapeake, Job ID# 103413426
Insurance Insurance Account Specialist –ABNB Federal Credit Union, Chesapeake, Job ID# 103076530
Law/Legal Legal Assistant/Paralegal –Shapiro & Appleton, Virginia Beach, Job ID# 102916135
Maintenance Assistant Maintenance Supervisor –The Lawson Companies, Hampton Roads, Job ID# 103179163 Custodian –HRSD Hampton Roads Sanitation Dist., Virginia Beach, Job ID# 103450692 Maintenance Prep –The Lawson Companies, Chesapeake, Job ID# 103180985 Maintenance Supervisor –The Lawson Companies, Chesapeake, Job ID# 102950752 Maintenance Supervisor **$3,000 Sign on Bonus** –Hampton Roads Transit, Hampton, Job ID# 99271227 Maintenance Technician –The Lawson Companies, Hampton Roads, Job ID# 103077555 Vehicle Servicing and Cleaning Supervisor –Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 102242623
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LRT Maintenance Supervisor –Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Job ID# 100532028
Outpatient Analyst –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 99700307
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Healthcare/Medical Audiologist –Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Job ID# 103132487 Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner –Hampton-Newport News CSB, Hampton, Job ID# 99151056
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Class Marine Electricians –Central Radio Company, Inc., Norfolk, Job ID# 103076529
Publishing/Printing Data Engineer –Pilot Media, Norfolk, Job ID# 103233545
Real Estate/Property Mgmt Leasing Consultant –The Lawson Companies, Chesapeake, Job ID# 103381787
Sales Full Time Automotive Sales Person – Auto City, Portsmouth, Job ID# 103550721
Ship Building/Ship Repair Deputy Program Manager –QED Systems, Inc., Warren, Job ID# 102979533
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Budget Analyst
needed for SPSA. Performs advanced budget preparation & financial cost analysis to support annual operating and capital budgets.Apply at: www.spsa.com
Banking/ Financial Service Client Relationship Associate/Asst.
Wilbanks, Smith & Thomas Asset Management, LLC is an established and growing investment advisory firm located in downtown Norfolk. We are dedicated to providing our clients world class investment strategies and service. Our team currently consists of 37 professionals, each of whom is expected to serve with enthusiasm, alacrity, and the utmost professionalism. In return and we are committed to offering our employees a challenging and friendly work atmosphere with opportunities for advancement. Only those candidates with integrity, dedication and a desire for long-term employment should apply for this position. We are seeking to fill the position of Client Relationship Associate/Assistant. The role of this position is to provide administrative support to the Relationship Manager on her daily, weekly, and monthly tasks. This is a support position and the successful candidate will be a team player willing to take direction and be resourceful. Candidate must also possess excellent communication skills and a friendly, professional and positive demeanor.
Job responsibilities include the following:
l Prepare client account paperwork and correspondence l Process incoming correspondence, make copies and file l Document various activities and client/ account changes as required by compliance and industry regulations l Correspond and process paperwork with various custodians and bank trust officers l Add and maintain client profiles and investment accounts in company databases l Process wires, security transfers and cash distributions from client accounts l Schedule meetings and help prepare meeting materials for the portfolio manager l Gain a thorough understanding of client accounts, including investment goals, restrictions, and overall objectives l Prepare reports and tax information for client accounts l Complete various projects (database updates and maintenance, client inquiries and correspondence, etc.) This position requires a basic understanding of securities (stocks, mutual funds, bonds) so candidates with experience in the financial and investment industry are preferred. Other requirements include proficiency in the Microsoft Office software suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and excellent organizational skills. Knowledge of Advent Software, Orion Software, and/or Salesforce will be very helpful in this position. If you are interested in applying for the Client Relationship Associate/Assistant position please submit your resume in PDF format to Theresa Garber, Wilbanks Smith & Thomas Asset Management LLC, 150 W. Main St., Suite 1700, Norfolk, VA 23510.
Email: theresa.garber@wstam.com. No phone inquiries will be accepted.
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TRANSIT MANAGER, Tasley, VA Salary range dependent upon qualifications. Transit Manager will be responsible for the daily operations of the STAR Transit service. Required: Bachelor's Degree or 5 yrs related exp. See website for complete job description. Apply Online: www.mystartransit.org. Questions: 540-338-1610, ext. 1204 EOE/M/F/D/V
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Part to Full Time. Driver’s must have Good DMV & be over 25. Will Train. 757-274-5142.
Environmental/ Agriculture Environmental Compliance Specialist
needed for SPSA. Environmental sampling and regulatory compliance Apply at: www.spsa.com/employee-joblistings.asp
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Employment opportunities are: l Sales Assistant l Recreation Assistant l Group Exercise Instructor, l Food Service Worker, l Bartender, and l Fitness Support fields. All applicants should bring a resume, identification, references, and be prepared to interview at the fair. TUG CAPTAIN / TUG CREW / DECKHANDS Experienced crew & licensed captains may apply online @ W3marine.com or call 757-627-3440
Healthcare/ Medical Career Dental Positions Now Available See www.konikoffsmile.com and email resumes to careers@dkonikoff.com. Dental Assistant for Pediatric Dental Office Must be upbeat, energetic, love working with kids, and a team player. Minimum 1-2 yrs Dental Assisting exp., working knowledge of Softdent, X-Ray Certified, ability to work in a fast paced environment and exceptional customer service skills. Our compassion and drive for kid’s dental health makes us the best at what we do every day. Send Resume officemanager@evapd.com Lake Taylor Hospital is hiring for all Healthcare Related Positions. Visit our website at www.laketaylor.org for more information.
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RN’s, LPN’s, CNA’s, Physical & Occupational Therapists. EOE/EOH. www.mfa.net.
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Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center www.vbpcweb.com
Apply in Person 7:00 am – 2:30 pm Mon – Thurs, H & P Electric Co. 820-F Live Oak Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320.
HVAC Mechanics/Technicians/Helpers Fair Pay and Benefits. No Layoffs. Call 757-390-0022.
Plumber II #23360
The City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Works is recruiting for an experienced Plumber with at least 5 years of experience in plumbing. For more information and to apply online by 1/24/18 go to www.vbgovcareers.com EOE
Traffic Plan seeks Traffic Control Techs to set up & direct traffic around construction sites. A valid VA driver license & clean driving record a must, good pay & benefits. If interested please fill out an application at 2601 D Trade Street Chesapeake, VA Monday-Thursday 3pm-5pm or online at trafficplan.com
Landscaping/ Lawn Maintenance 10 positions - Temporary/Seasonal work planting, cultivating and harvesting nursery stock, from 2/28/2018 to 12/15/2018 at Tidewater Mulch & Material, Inc., Chesapeake, VA This job requires a minimum of three months of verifiable agricultural employment experience, preferably in a wholesale nursery. Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/carry 70 pounds. Employer-paid post-hire drug testing is required upon reasonable suspicion of use and after a worker has an accident at work. $11.46/hr or current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at employer discretion. Workers are guaranteed 3/4 of work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment supplied by employer without charge to worker. Housing with kitchen facilities provided at no cost to only those workers who are not reasonably able to return same day to their place of residence at time of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence expenses to work site will be paid to nonresident workers not later than upon completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Apply for this job at nearest State Workforce Agency in state in which this ad appears, or VA Employment Commission, 22 West Washington St , Petersburg, VA 23803. Provide copy of this ad. VA Job Order #1239732.
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Ship Building Ship Repair CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR
A Chesapeake Defense contractor seeks a fulltime Contracts Administrator to support both federal and commercial contracting activities. This position requires management of assigned prime and subcontracts, to include cost bid preparations, negotiations and contract closeout functions.
Specific responsibilities include:
l Contract statutory/regulatory compliance. l Drafting and reviewing Non-disclosure agreements (NDA's), Teaming Agreements and Subcontract Agreements l Government contract type (FFP, T&M, CPFF), exp. l Must be capable of administering multiple contracts on a daily basis Bachelor's Degree + 3 or more years of relevant contacts administration is desired. Will evaluate previous contract experience in lieu of a degree. NCMA certification is a plus. Fax resume to HR 757-321-1382 . Drug Free Workplace. Competitive Salary/Benefits. EOE/ M/F/DISABILITY/VETERAN.
Skilled Trades (Manufacturing) Sheet Metal Mechanics & Helpers
Must have exp installing commercial duct work, must have own tools & transportation. Good benefits. Southern Sheet Metal 757-934-2709
Business Opportunities OBX / DUCK RETAIL
Virginia Employment Commission 861 Glenrock Rd. Suite 100, Norfolk, Virginia 23502.
Mechanics, Driver/Laborers, Subcontract License Required. Call 757-485-1323.
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We are growing in our northeastern region and are now hiring for the following full-time positions: Parts Manager-Hertford, NC, Field Service Technician-Hertford, NC, Field Service Technician-Chesapeake, VA, Pick-up/Delivery Driver-Edenton, NC Applicants should have agricultural experience/knowledge, management experience, computer skills, strong attention to detail, good driving record, and excellent communication skills. Apply online, submit your resume, & review the job description at www.eastcoastequip.com.
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Part-Time/ Seasonal 23 temporary farm-workers needed for field farm labor hand harvest strawberries, peaches, apples, blackberries, and prune, chop weeds, in Lincolnton and Cleveland County, Lawndale and Lincolnton, NC, for Rodrigo Gutierrez- Tapia, dba 5 G Harvesting LLC. work will be beginning on or about 01/22/2018 and ending on or about 11/22/2018. this job offer is for a hand harvester and requires 1-month verifiable work experience in the crop activities listed above. the minimum offered wage rate that workers will be paid is $11.46 per hour or piece rate may be offered depending on the crop activity. workers must commit to work the entire contract period. workers are guaranteed work for 3/4 of the contract period, beginning with the first day the worker arrives at the place of employment. All work tools are provided at no cost to the worker. Housing will be provided to those workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of each working day. Transportation and subsistence will be provided by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract, or earlier, to workers who are recruited outside the area of intended employment. applicants should report or send resumes to North Carolina Dept. of Commerce, Division of workforce solution-Ag Services in Raleigh NC, at 919-814-0544. In reference of job order number 10780910. Prior to contacting the employer. EoE H-300-17345-119980
Recreation/Sports Work at the Y! Director of Golf - Programing The YMCA at the Pines Elizabeth City, NC
Provide leadership and implementation to golf lessons, junior and summer camp programing, The First Tee Life Skills Experience and community golf outreach. Apply on the YMCA of South Hampton Roads Job Opportunities Board
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Ship Building Ship Repair Certified Crane Operator-NCCCO Preferred Floating crane & dredge experience. TOP pay & benefits-apply W3marine.com or call 757-627-3440
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