Jobsparx Magazine July 15th Issue by JobSparx

WWW.JOBSPARX.COM VOL.21 ISSUE 1048 HOUSTON EMPLOYMENT JULY 15, 2016

Road to

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Success

5 Common Mistakes That New Truckers Make Aquiring & Financing:A Semi Truck, Big Rig, & OTR Truck Creating Resume Keywords VOL. 21 ISSUE 1048

Transportation Careers

Featured Employers

JULY 15, 2016

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Oak Farms Dairy, Houston, Texas has immediate openings in state of the art fluid milk processing facility. Candidates interested in entry level opportunities with a stable company are encouraged to apply.

ROUTE SALES DRIVER

(CLASS B) Houston & Beaumont, TX • Clean driving record • Veriﬁable driving history

2,000

Sign On Bonus

FLEET MAINTENANCE MECHANIC • Diesel Engine PM Experience • CNG Certiﬁcation/Experience (A PLUS) • CDL Class A Required All positions require candidates to be able to work ﬂexible hours, including overtime, weekends & holidays. All candidates must be able to pass a background screening, as well as pre employment medical and drug screen.

Dean Foods Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Interested candidates can view complete job descriptions and requirements as well as create profiles and submit resumes at 2

JULY 15, 2016

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Attn: Accounts Payable, 1801 East Avenue, Katy TX 77493 AND THE DAY AFTER PUBLICATION FAX OR EMAIL Proof of Advertisement/Tearsheets to: Fax: 832-553-2599 or tearsheets@patriotadvertising.com. Client: Kroger- Shannon Pub: JOBSPARX July 15 2016 • ISSUE 1048 Insertion Dates: JULY 15,22,29 Section: 1/2 Page Featured Advertiser (includes logo on cover & color) for 3 weeks RETAIL, GENERAL

Size: 1/2 PAGE Cost: $2,190 grs FEATURED Online: NAADVERTISERS Account Rep: Lisa Turner

NEW KATY, TX LOCATION NOW HIRING ALL POSITIONS! We are now accepting applications for all positions including: Cashiers, Baggers, Grocery Clerks, Produce Clerks, Meat Clerks, Deli Clerks, Bakery Clerks and Many More!

New Store To Be Located At: 2700 West Grand Parkway N, Katy, TX 77449.

Do your friends need a job? Don’t forget to share the news! All applicants subject to criminal/background checks & drug testing. Kroger Food Stores is an EOE.

GREAT BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Medical, Vision, Dental & Prescription Drug Plan • 401(k) Retirement • Competitive Pay • Flex Schedules • Advancement Opportunities

APPLY ONLINE TODAY! JOBS.KROGER.COM HEALTHCARE

GENERAL / SALES

Care that comes to Houston homes.

APPOINTMENT SETTERS PAID TRAINING 12/HR & BONUSES

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate (military experience a plus) • Great communication skills • Pass a background check • Ability to work weekends

EMAIL RESUMES: rba@jobsparx.com CALL TONY: PAUL: 832-381-6616 832-677-7887 Visit us at: http://bit.ly/RBAhouston

• Field Registered Nurse (RN) - PRN SW & SE Houston

• Field Registered Nurse (RN) - FT SW & SE Houston

• Physical Therapist (PT) • Occupational Therapist (OT) • Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) and • Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) • Speech Pathologist (ST) Home Health Experience Preferred APPLY IN PERSON 11205 S. Main St. , Ste. 105 Houston, TX 77025 Fax: 281-402-3459 | LHorton@legendhc.com

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IT / PROFESSIONAL

ADMINISTRATIVE, CLERICAL

Experienced

Front Desk Attendants

COLLEGE STATION OPENINGS: CHIEF NETWORK ENGINEER WEB & INFORMATION DESIGNER TELECONFERENCING/ COMPUTER SPECIALIST I

DALLAS OPENINGS: SENIOR IT MANAGER Apply with Texas A&M Health Science Center

JOBS.TAMHSC.EDU

(NW Houston & The Woodlands)

Must be able to work ﬂexible hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

To apply, email

myanes@nhhospitality.com fax 832-446-6201 | oﬃce 832-446-6511

SALES, MANAGEMENT

$ HIRING IMMEDIATELY!

Cable Techs Cable Installers • Must have minimum 2 years experience • Must be able to test and terminate Cat. 5 and Cat. 6 cable. Fiber a plus! • Must have tools, reliable transportation and a driver’s license. • All candidates must pass background screening, drug test. Please email resume to:

eduardohernandez@marekbros.com For more information, please call Eddie Hernandez

832-764-5290 4

JULY 15, 2016

1000

Sign-On Bonus! We are now hiring:

SALES MARKETING TECHNICIANS MANAGERS Willing to train!

Interviews are being held this week from 10am - 3pm. START IMMEDIATELY! Call NOW to schedule an interview!

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ADMINISTRATIVE & CLERICAL

CAREER EDUCATION

COLLECTIONS

FOOD & HOSPITALITY

GENERAL

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HEALTHCARE

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HOTEL

K E E W S I H T SHOULD YOU TAKE A TRANISITION JOB?

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

JOB FAIR

PROFESSIONAL

4, 8

RETAIL

3, 31

SALES

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SECURITY

SKILLED & TRADES

TRANSPORTATION

REGULAR FEATURES

5 COMMON MISTAKES NEW TRUCKERS MAKE

GETTING BACK TO WORK AFTER AN ABSENCE

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CAREER CALENDAR

DAVE RAMSEY

ASK DIANA

ROBIN RYAN

TRANSPORTATIONISSUE This week, JobSparx features Transportation careers in our articles and in our job listings! TRANSPORTATION SECTION STARTS ON 24 Oak Farms Dairy 2 El Dorado Paving 16 Buddy Doyle’s 16 METRO 18 Craig & Heidt 19 Salem Leasing 21 AirServ - Airport Jobs 32 World Service Company - Aircraft Cleaners 32 See even MORE Transportation Jobs at jobsparx.com

Acquiring Financing for a Semi-Truck, Big Rig, and Over the Road Truck 48

ONLINE JOBSPARX.COM The best way to keep track of new job listings and other offerings. Stay connected to the hot Houston job market through JobSparx online. Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Linked-in to stay up to date on the latest careers being offered through JobSparx. We also post links to pertinent local and national job news and advice.

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HOUSTON CAREER EVENTS

CALENDAR JULY 16 - JULY 26, 2016 JULY 16

JULY 20

Come to a one-on-one session with a librarian who will answer your questions and give you advice on putting together a stellar resume! Registration required. See the Reference Desk, or call (979) 764-3416.

This seminar will cover interviewing. It will take place in L207, the second floor college computer lab. To register, call 832-559-4211.

Please bring a paper copy of your resume!

PASS THE NCCER TEST AND BOOST YOUR CAREER HARRIS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Parker Williams Branch Library Scarsdale Plaza | 10851 Scarsdale Blvd | Houston, TX 77089

RESUME REVIEW 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM LARRY J. RINGER LIBRARY 1818 Harvey Mitchell Pkwy. S. | College Station, TX 77845

JULY 16

HIRING OUR HEROES EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP & HIRING FAIR Hosted by U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation 8:30 AM - 1:30 pm 900 W. Rankin Rd. | Houston, TX 77067 Employment Workshop: 8:30 am Hiring Fair: 10:30 am- 1:30 pm The Workshop for job seekers focuses on resume writing, tips for successfully navigating hiring fairs, military skill translation, and interviewing. Job seekers and employers can register for FREE here. https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/houston-hiring-fair

JULY 19

NETWORK AFTER WORK HOUSTON AT 1919 WINE & MIXOLOGY 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 2736 Virginia Street | Houston TX 77089 $15 - $25 Unwind and socialize with hundreds of local professionals and entrepreneurs right after work on Tuesday, July 19th at 1919 Wine & Mixology (2736 Virginia Street). You’ll make great connections in a fun and relaxed atmosphere while expanding your network of contacts to help fuel your own career or business goals. RSVP: http://www.networkafterwork.com/events/2016-07-19-houston-at1919-wine-mixology

JULY 20

WORKSHOP ON WEDNESDAY- HOW TO DELIVER KNOCK YOUR SOCKS OFF SERVICE PEARLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 8:00 am - 9:00 am The Commerce Center | 6117 Broadway Street | Pearland, TX 77581 Contact Madison Polston: madison.polston@pearlandtexaschamber.us

JULY 20

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS HOUSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Library Compass Center 500 McKinney St. | Houston, TX 77002 Contact Madison Polston: Looking for a job? Need help writing a resume? Seeking advice on your career? Houston Public Library and Workforce Solutions are here to help.

JULY 15, 2016

JOB SEARCH SEMINAR- INTERVIEWING LONE STAR COLLEGE - TOMBALL COMMUNITY LIBRARY 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 30555 TX-249 | Tomball, TX 77375

JULY 20

Learn about strategies for passing the NCCER test as well as for finding out about job opportunities and training options as you advance in your construction career field. Register online at http://bit.ly/29PRjUO

JULY 22

CENTER FOR RISK MANAGEMENT FREE SAFETY CLASS SAFETY MANAGEMENT DURING EMERGENCY OPERATIONS, ROOM 112 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Gulf Coast Safety Institute 320 Delany Rd | La Marque, TX 77568

JULY 25-27

HARRIS COUNTY CONSTABLE’S OFFICE PRECINCT ONE R.A.D. SELF-DEFENSE PROGRAM FOR WOMEN 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital South Tower 1635 North Loop West | Houston, 77008 Please park in Garage 2, parking will be validated Contact: Deputy Mathews-Segura Phone: 713-755-7677 Email: Tracie.Mathews-Segura@cn1.hctx.net To register for this free class please visit www.pct1constable.net. Click on the community tab, then Crime Prevention and RAD Signup. Then select the above dates and address you are wanting to attend. Proper attire must be worn: Athletic type clothing, NO cut-off shorts, Pants are recommended, Tennis shoes only- NO flip flops or sandals, and NO jewelry of any kind including watches or bracelets. This is a three (3) day class. You should plan to attend all 3days.

JULY 26

BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS PASADENA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM 4334 Fairmont Parkway | Pasadena, TX 77504 Contact Roni Archer: 281.487.7871 Business Foundations is a way to provide educational opportunities for small businesses. The seminars are free of charge. Each session includes breakfast and opportunities for networking while gaining valuable resources on topics requested by chamber members through our periodic surveys. The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce formed a partnership with SCORE, which is a nationwide organization that strives to educate, counsel, and mentor small businesses. You do not have to be a Chamber member to take advantage of our Business Foundations program. For more information, please contact our General Mailbox at info@pasadenachamber.org.

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ADMINISTRATIVE, MANAGEMENT

NOW HIRING!

SPANISH-ENGLISH INTERPRETERS

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

How Interpretation Should Be

This position is directly responsible for the success of the housekeeping, front oﬃce and food and beverage departments of the property.

• Must have min. 3 years management exp. • Hotel exp. preferred • Must be able to work a ﬂexible work schedule. • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus • College Degree preferred.

CAREER CAREER FAIR TH FAIR 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tuesday, July 19

email resume to: chris.ehorn@hyatt.com

View job info at: jobsparx.com/Management.html#706161

Tuesday July 19

5959 Corporate Dr TH Houston, TX 77036 or call (520) 745-9447 x7039 to learn more!

10:00 am - 6:00 pm 5959 Corporate Dr

8am - 4:30pm: FT, Mon-Fri & Some Weekends

OUR MISSING INGREDIENT ?

Catering Manager

Houston, TX 77036

& THE MEDALLION ASSISTED LIVING

UNIT SECRETARY

ARE YOU

Please Apply in Person 6200 N. Braeswood Blvd. Houston, TX 77074

Call (520) 745-9447 x7039 to learn more!

APPLY ONLINE:

guckenheimer.com/careers

www.sevenacres.org

Pre-Employment Background Check required. Guckenheimer embraces equal employment opportunity.

Good Location • Excellent Beneﬁts Competitive Salaries

JOB FAIR

HIRING COMPANIES:

Academy Sports & Outdoors Fort Bend County Goodman Manufacturing Igloo K-Force Memorial Hermann Regions Bank Spring Branch ISD Sysco University of Houston ...and MORE

JOBFAIR Sponsored by

The LDS Church & The Epiphany Catholic Church

Thursday | July 28, 2016 FROM 9:00AM - 2:00PM Epiphany Church 1530 Norwalk | Katy, TX 77450 Targeting Professional/ Administrative Positions

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PROFESSIONAL

SALES

IMMEDIATE POSITION AVAILABLE!

Marine Safety, Security and Environmental (SSE) Manager Should have 5 yrs of safety, security and environmental management experience in the stevedoring/container operations environment. Responsible for all aspects of the SSE operations for two locations to include: • Implementing SSE policies to meet or exceed regulatory and organizational requirements • Performing facility inspections to identify and prevent SSE hazards • Providing leadership and education for assigned locations in zero-incident safety culture • Providing detailed written reports on SSE audits Excellent opportunity for career advancement!

We offer excellent compensation based on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefit package including employer-paid health insurance. Interested candidates should submit resume and salary history (required) to:

klatta@ceresglobal.com Pre-employment drug testing and background check are required.

intelligent ADVERTISING outgoing FUN motivated REPS ™

CHARLA NORTHWEST HOUSTON – 1960/CHAMPIONS AREA

JobSparx is Houston’s largest employment magazine & website. Our organization is celebrating our 20 year anniversary and we are growing our team! JobSparx sales reps have a genuine desire to get to know their clients and help Human Resource professionals get the employees they need. We are a relationship based sales team. We are looking for 3 more individuals to join our team of knowledgeable, friendly and driven reps.

MARTHA

Job Description Includes: Researching prospects and qualifying leads, seeking out and establishing new clients over the phone and through networking at job fairs and other events, managing existing accounts to ensure client’s goals and expectations are met, accurate sales forecasting, always keeping your pipeline full, being the liaison between the client and graphics department to ensure ads are accurate and meet client expectations. Weekly commission payout. Most sales reps earn an average of $40,000 - $80,000/yr. If you are motivated by money and making your clients happy then call us today!

RHIANNA

ROBIN

Base + 15-20% Commission & Paid Weekly GREAT HOURS 9AM - 5PM • FAST PACED ENVIRONMENT, WOMAN OWNED Voice, personality & presentation are top qualities — Call & leave us a message detailing what you think makes you and our position a go od match, along with your contact info. Selected candidates will be called back for an interview.

? YOU

CALL 832-768-1052 SALES

Green Mountain Energy Company is looking for Retail Sales Agents to spread the word about pollution-free electricity in the North, East, Southeast, Central, and West Houston area. • Earn up to $500–$1000 Weekly • Enjoy A Flexible Schedule. Full and Part time available • Bilingual a Plus • No Experience needed; advancement opportunities for those looking to grow with a green company

713-537-2481

texasjobs@greenmountain.com

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SALES, DESIGNER

Start Your Entrepreneurial Adventure TODAY!

Outside Sales Salary Salary++Commission Commission

Inside Sales

SALES

SALES MANAGERS REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate (military experience a plus) Great communication skills • Ability to work weekends Must pass a background check

Salary Salary++Commission Commission

Graphic Designers COMPETITIVE

NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! - Join a fun & Xciting firm that rewards you for your efforts. - Top Office Supplier - Internal growth opportunities - Enjoy Xciting sales contests & bonuses

Send Resumes: nick@xpressbp.com subject line: JobSparx

SALARY CALL PAUL:

832-677-7887 EMAIL RESUMES: rba@jobsparx.com Visit us at: http://bit.ly/RBAhouston

WITH

BENEFITS

& 401K SALES

Strengthening LIVES Through the

Goodness of Dairy

BASE PAY + COMMISSION

ROUTE SALES DRIVER (CLASS B) Houston & Beaumont, TX

INBOUND & OUTBOUND

SALES REPS

Make outbound sales of utility and telecommunication packages to customers. Ideal candidate will have at least 6 months’ Call Center, Customer Service or Sales experience.

PAID WEEKLY PAID TRAINING RAPID ADVANCEMENT ON THE BUS LINE MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION AVAILABLE 401K • PAID TIME OFF & HOLIDAY PAY

• Clean driving record • Veriﬁable driving history All candidates must be able to pass a background screening, as well as pre employment medical and drug screen.

Oak Farms Dairy, Houston, TX has immediate openings. Candidates interested in entry level opportunities with a stable company are encouraged to apply.

Create Profiles & Submit Resumes at:

www. deanfoods.com /careers

Dean Foods Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability)

FULL-TIME • LONG TERM POSITION SEVERAL SHIFTS AVAILABLE! • BILINGUAL A PLUS!

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SALES

HEALTHCARE

CNAs INSIDE SALES • LIFE INSURANCE

Professional 130 agent Call Center helping seniors qualify for life insurance. Insurance training provided.

THIS IS A REAL $50K A YEAR OPPORTUNITY WITH TOP EARNERS AT $80K - $100K.

INBOUND CALLS FROM:

TV COMMERCIALS • INFOMERCIALS ED I F I L A U • COVERING 49 STATES FREE Q R DAY INTERNET Annual Incentive trips: Jamaica, Cancun, E P S LEAD Cabo San Lucas, Hawaii, Spain, Switzerland Come in or call for an interview:

832-328-3283 x 104

Call center sales or collectors experience required.

luis.beauchamp@ﬁnalexpensedirect.com 6201 Bonhomme Rd, Ste. 110-S | Houston, TX 77036

Office Hours: 9am - 7pm Mon. - Thurs. & 9am - 5pm on Fri.

ALL SHIFTS - FT, PT, WEEKENDS, PRN

PAY RATE INCREASE! Starting Rate Up To

for CNAs SHIFT PREMIUM for evening & night shift

& THE MEDALLION ASSISTED LIVING

GOOD LOCATION • EXCELLENT BENEFITS • COMPETITIVE SALARY

Please Apply in Person

6200 N. Braeswood Blvd. | Houston, TX 77074

www.sevenacres.org | aguillory@sevenacres.org

HEALTHCARE

FULL TIME OPENINGS

RN WEEKENDS LVN FULL TIME & PART TIME MDS, RN PART TIME CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE RECEPTIONIST PART TIME APPLY IN PERSON: 2127 Preston • Richmond, TX 77469 APPLY ONLINE: www.savacareers.com

281.342.2801 HEALTHCARE

BRAZOSVIEW

JULY 15, 2016

CNAs LVNs

Bay Villa

Healthcare

979-245-6327 1800 73rd St. | Bay City, TX 77414 www.savacareers.com VOL. 21 ISSUE 1048

HEALTHCARE

FIRST COLONY HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING, RN

Exciting New Careers Available At MEMORIAL CITY HEALTH & REHAB

CNA’s - LVN’s - RN’s Restorative Aide Asst. Director of Nursing, RN Apply in Person or Online:

EOE

1341 Blalock Drive • Houston, TX 77055 www.savacareers.com • CALL 713-468-7821

RN/LVN FULL TIME CNA FULL TIME UNIT MANAGER, RN NOW OFFERING

Certified Nurse Aide Classes

Apply Online:

www.savacareers.com

CALL: 281.499.4710

Apply in Person: 4710 lexington blvd missouri city, tx 77459

HEALTHCARE

PA S A D E N A CARE CENTER

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

CNA LVN/RN CMA

CALL: 713.943.1592 A P P LY I N P E R S O N :

4006 VISTA ROAD PASADENA,TX 77504

A P P LY O N L I N E :

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Exciting New Careers Available at

Northwest Health & Rehab Center!

CMAs • RNs • CNAs • LVNs RN - Director of Nurses RN - Weekend Supervisor RN/LVN - Wound Care Nurse RN Staff Developer PLEASE COME IN AND APPLY AT:

17600 Cali Drive Houston, TX 77090

Fax Resume: 281.440.7536 W W W. S A V A C A R E E R S . C O M • C A L L 2 8 1 . 4 4 0 . 9 0 0 0 JULY 15, 2016

HEALTHCARE

We are part of Life Care Centers of America. The Vosswood is a 224 bed facility focused on Short-term Rehab services. We are on the campus of/next to Second Baptist Church in Memorial.

Skilled Nursing Facility with Memory Care Unit (NW Houston) seeking passionate team members:

LVNs/RNs

(Competitive wages and shift incentives)

CNAs

(Competitive wages and shift incentives)

CALL FOR MORE INFO: 281.357.4516 APPLY IN PERSON

615 LAWRENCE STREET • TOMBALL,TX 77375

CURRENT OPENINGS

NURSES

- Prefer BSN, RN; - Full Time: - Skilled/LT Care Experience

APPLY IN PERSON:

815 S. VOSS RD. | HOUSTON, TX 77057 CALL FOR MORE INFO: 713-827-0883

HEALTHCARE

LVNs

Certiﬁed Nurse Aide Full Time Openings

APPLY IN PERSON: 109 North McKinney • Sweeny, TX 77480 APPLY ONLINE: www.savacareers.com

979-548-3383

CNAs RNs LVNs CMAs

ALL SHIFTS

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR FULL TIME LVNS AND RNS Must have at least 2 yrs. experience in long term care MUST BRING RESUME

Apply Online @ www.savacareers.com

or Call 713-721-0297 EOE

JULY 15, 2016

ALL SHIFTS

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HEALTHCARE

Care that comes to Houston homes.

CAREER FAIR Maître D/Dining Service Manager Marketing Assistant (1) Social Worker Certified Dietary Manager

SATURDAY, JULY 16, 2016 Housekeepers Maintenance Tech (2) Floor Tech (Brazos Towers)

F/S Porter • Cooks CNA • LVN

JOIN US! 8AM -12 Noon

SW & SE Houston

• Field Registered Nurse (RN) - FT SW & SE Houston

4141 S. Braeswood Blvd. Houston, TX 77025 Email: Angela.Bryant@houstonretirement.org Fax: 713.660.5061

• Field Registered Nurse (RN) - PRN

EOE

APPLY IN PERSON 11205 S. Main St. , Ste. 105 Houston, TX 77025 Fax: 281-402-3459 | LHorton@legendhc.

HEALTHCARE

JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM IN HOUSTON! JEFFERSON DENTAL CLINICS IS HIRING FOR 17 LOCATIONS & OPENING SEVERAL LOCATIONS IN 2016

DENTAL HYGIENISTS FRONT DESK ASSOCIATES

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE:

CLINIC COORDINATORS

WWW.JDCCAREERS.COM

DENTAL ASSISTANTS

ASSISTANT CLINIC MANAGERS CLINIC MANAGERS BILINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH PREFERRED

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HEALTHCARE

DDMS of Houston

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS

EXCITING NEW CAREERS AVAILABLE AT JACINTO CITY HEALTH AND REHAB!

FULL TIME & PART TIME

to work with adults in ICF/IDD Group Home Facilities BENEFITS OFFERED FOR ALL FULL TIME POSITIONS! EOE

JOB REQUIREMENTS • High School Diploma or GED • Valid Driver’s License • SSC

NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!

WE WILL TRAIN YOU!

PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON:

4115 Galveston Rd. | Houston, TX 77017 OR EMAIL RESUME: HR@ddmshou.com

CNA’s • LVN’s • RN’s Certified Medication Aides Unit Manager-RN • Activity Director ADON-RN • RN Weekend Supervisor RN Staff Developer SIGN-ON BONUSES

Available for Direct Care Staff

Please come in and apply at: 1405 Holland Ave. Houston, TX 77029

www.savacareers.com • call 713.455.1744

HEALTHCARE

CYPRESSWOOD HEALTH & REHAB

MEDICAL DOCTOR ALL FIELDS(FT/PT)

NURSE PRACTITIONER ALL FIELDS(FT/PT)

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (FT/PT)

CALL: 888.548.8815 FAX: 877.288.1193

EMAIL: STAFFING@REZULTZMANAGEMENT.COM Must pass a Criminal Background Check & Drug Test EOE/MFDV/DFWP

JULY 15, 2016

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

FULL-TIME POSITIONS ALL SHIFTS EOE

RNs • LVNs • Certified Nursing Aides Director of Nurses • Certified Medication Aides Weekend Wound Care Nurse (PRN) RN-Staff Development Coordinator FT-Wound Care Nurse APPLY ONLINE: WWW.SAVACAREERS.COM

Call: 281.955.4100

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HEALTHCARE

& THE MEDALLION ASSISTED LIVING

Good Location

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS PHYSICAL THERAPISTS SPEECH THERAPISTS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS

NURSES Call 281.240.353 6 and ask for Karen email resume to: staﬃng@sterlingtherapy.com www.sterlingstaffingsolutions.com

Excellent Benefits Competitive Salaries

CNA *PAY RATE INCREASE* (All Shifts. FT, PT, Weekends) MDS COORDINATOR, LVN

(7:30am - 4pm, Mon-Fri & Some Weekends. Experience Required)

RN SUPERVISOR (2:30pm - 11pm & 10:30pm - 7am: FT &PT, Some Weekends) LVN (6:30am-3pm; 10:30pm - 7am: FT, PT, Weekends) UNIT SECRETARY (8am - 4:30pm: FT, Mon-Fri & Some Weekends) CMA (Willing to alternate between Nurse Aide & Medication Aide. PT & Weekends)

Please Apply in Person

www.sevenacres.org

6200 N. Braeswood Blvd. • Houston, TX 77074 HEALTHCARE

WINCHESTER LODGE HEALTH & REHABILITATION

LVN •RN Certified Nurse Aide Full Time Openings

APPLY IN PERSON: 1112 Smith Drive Alvin,TX 77511

CALL: 281.331.6125 APPLY ONLINE: WWW.SAVACAREERS.COM VOL. 21 ISSUE 1048

EVERY TUESDAY

HIRING EVENTS: 10AM - 2PM

S. BRAESWOOD LOCATION EOE

HOUSEKEEPERS Exp. Required

FLOOR TECH

MAITRE D/DINING MANAGER

Several Shifts Available

RN/LVN All Shifts

MAINTENANCE TECH

CNAS

Exp. Required

All Shift Including Weekends

PORTERS/FOOD SERVICE SOCIAL WORKER Exp. Required

PORTER/HOUSEKEEPER Exp. Required

REGISTERED DIETARY MANAGER Exp. Required

DIRECTOR OF NURSING

COOKS Exp. Required Must pass a drug test & background check.

2 LOCATIONS

4718 Hallmark Dr. Houston, TX 77056 4141 S. Braeswood Blvd. Houston, TX 77025

APPLY IN PERSON, VIA EMAIL, OR FAX!

Angela.Bryant@houstonretirement.org | Fax: 713.660.5061

JULY 15, 2016

SKILLED & TRADES

HVAC SERVICE/SALES TECH $2,000 Sign On Bonus!

CALL FOR DETAILS OR APPLY IN PERSON:

Residential service experience. Must be confident in selling to residential homeowners.

PLUMBER

Top hourly pay! Sign On Bonus!

(281) 517-6188

Must hold TX state license, tradesman or higher. Residential service exp. strongly preferred.

10005 W. Sam Houston Parkway North | 2nd Floor Houston, TX 77064

Top hourly pay! Sign On Bonus!

Or Send Resume To

dharrison@johnmooreservices.com

ELECTRICIAN

Must hold TX state license, Residential Wireman or higher. Residential service experience preferred.

LEAD INSTALLER $1,500 Sign On Bonus!

Installation of residential HVAC equipment. 2 years experience leading an install team preferred.

www.JohnMooreServices.com SKILLED & TRADES

IMMEDIATE HIRE

EOE

DIRT FOREMAN Roadwork experience a plus! Bilingual a plus! Will need to pass drug test, background check and have a valid driver’s license.

Email Resume To: eldoradopaving@comcast.net

ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Needed for manfacturing facility in Conroe. • Must have B.S. Degree • 5+ yrs Electrical Design • Exp. w/ AutoCad & knowledge of NEC, IEC & other electrical codes.

Send resume to:

resume@protectioncontrols.com Apply in person: 3212 Old Hwy 105 E | Conroe, TX 77301 For more information, visit jobsparx.com

BACKHOE OPERATOR DOZER OPERATOR Class A or B CDL

Class A or B CDL

EL DORADO

PAVING CO., INC.

CALL: 281-802-7034 OFFICE: 281-449-0700 EMAIL: eldoradopaving@comcast.net

JULY 15, 2016

AUTOMOTIVE TECH / LEAD TECH Diagnostics • Electrical / Programming • Heating & A/C Brakes • Suspension & Alignments Must have good tools. Drug & Background test required.

No Weekend Work (oﬀ Saturday & Sunday) Paid Vacation & Holidays, Medical Insurance w/matching 401k Compensation based on exp. SIGNING BONUS AVAILABLE.

Call Rick Doyle 713-672-9474

Buddy Doyle’s Car Clinic | 7438 1-10 E. | Houston, TX 77020

Family owned and operated since 1954

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now hiring in the Houston area FT Positions (40 hrs./WK.) + OT AVAILABLE!

SKILLED AUTO ACCESSORY & TRAILER HITCH INSTALLER (hourly rate $10-$15 • determined by skill level)

TRAILER REPAIR TECHNICIAN

(hourly rate $10-$15 • determined by skill level)

SHOP LABOR

(hourly rate $8 • NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED) REQUIREMENTS: Valid Drivers License • Clear Criminal History Tool Knowledge • Mechanical skills Motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision Experience preferred but specific training is available on the job BENEFITS: Health Insurance • Paid Holidays • Vacation Pay • 401k after 1 year

Please email resumes:

info@masterhitch.com fax: 713-974-4476 or apply in person at: 5300 Glenmont Dr. • Houston, TX 77081

Field & Shop SERVICE TECHNICIANS SERVICE TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC, HEAVY EQUIPMENT SERVICING GREATER HOUSTON & VICINITY

Responsibilities: • Troubleshoot, diagnose & repair all company owned heavy equipment. • Process paperwork after completion of each job. • Provides timely repairs, upkeep & preventive maintenance. REQUIREMENTS: • Experience in repairing diesel heavy equipment. • Must have own tools. • Skills to understand troubleshoot & make repairs on all diesel equipment.

HEALTH BENEFITS. 401K OPTION & PAID TIME OFF. ols uniform & to provided!

WORK WEEK IS MONDAY - FRIDAY

Interested Candidates Send Resumes to:

Josh.harrison@nsequipment.com or Call Josh at 713-453-7993 SKILLED & TRADES

EXPERIENCED

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN with strong background in plumbing

All-around skilled technician with experience in:

• Plumbing• Painting • Drywall Repair • Minor Electrical Work

metronational.iapplicants.com

18-22/hr. DOE

Location: Memorial City Mall Must have minimum 3 years experience. Background & drug screen required.

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NOW HIRING METRO IS

• • • • •

• • • • • • •

A/C & Heat Mechanic “A” $23.42/Hour Auto Body Collision Repair $23.42/Hour Bus Cleaner Bus Mechanic Bus Operator $15.00/Hour - Bilingual a Plus - Paid Training Electronic Farebox Technician $15.22/Hour Light-Rail Train Operator Trainee $15.00/Hour Licensed Maintenance Mechanic (Electrician) $23.42/Hour Licensed Maintenance Mechanic (Refrigeration & A/C) $23.42/Hour Police Dispatcher Police Officer $43,000.00/Year T - Truck Wrecker Operator $23.42/Hour Traction Power Technician

• • Signal Communication Technician

Benefits of Working for

METRO

– Retirement Plan and Savings Plan – Competitive Pay – Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Life Insurance – Education Assistance (Non-Union) – Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays – Employee Assistance Program – Wellness Program – Advancement Opportunities – Free Transportation for Employees and Spouses – Bilingual Incentive Pay for Bus Operators

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Call 713-739-4953 for additional information.

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LAUNCH YOUR CAREER WITH ARAMARK CORRECTIONAL SERVICES!!! Work on our projects within refineries!

ASPHALT LABORERS & RAKERS CDL TRUCK DRIVER EARTHWORK EQUIPMENT OPERATOR EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Must be able to pass a graded background check (No Felony Convictions or Violent Offenses allowed) Must have TWIC card • Must pass 3 rigorous drug screens: Hair Follicle: Goes

PAY DOE + BENEFITS

back 1 year. 10 panel urinalysis & breathalyzer.

Applicants must meet all criteria in order to be able to work!

Email Resume:513@clp.com or Fax: 713-467-7283

www.craig-heidt.com

We are hiring for Facilities & Skilled Trades in Houston, TX

PAINTERS

Residential / Light Commercial • 1 year experience

PLUMBER

1st, 2nd and 3rd Shifts Journeyman or Maintenance Plumbing license required

HVAC TECH

1st, 2nd and 3rd Shifts Certiﬁcation or Maintenance license required

GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 2 years experience in Building / Facilities Maintenance

ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN 2 years experience STATIONARY ENGINEER 3rd Grade or higher • 2 years experience HOUSEKEEPER

2 years experience • 1st, 2nd and 3rd Shifts

We oﬀer a competitive starting hourly pay rate & paid holidays, as well as health insurance plans and vacation time (for full time employees).

CALL: 713-755-4850

Send your resume to: acswestregion@gmail.com EEO/Minority/Female/Veteran

SKILLED & TRADES

TOP NOTCH PLUMBERS WANTED! Read full job and benefits description and how to apply at

Schuff Steel is the largest structural steel fabricator and erector in the United States.

jobsparx.com/Plumbing.html#roto Email: vincent.mallace@rrsc.com

SCHUFF STEEL is hiring. For open positions

VISIT OUR WEBSITE!

Must pass drug test • Must have authorization to work in the USA

WE OFFER: HEALTH INSURANCE •401K • VACATION & OVERTIME

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WIRE INSTALLATION Beneﬁts Package • Overtime Available • Paid Vacation • Great Work Environment

APPLY MONDAY - FRIDAY Send resume to recruiting@lmmm.net 8323 Fairbanks White Oak Houston, TX 77040

QUESTIONS? CALL 713-449-2087

JULY 15, 2016

Strengthening LIVES Through the

Goodness of Dairy

ROUTE SALES DRIVER (CLASS B) Houston & Beaumont, TX • Clean driving record • Veriﬁable driving history

FLEET MAINTENANCE MECHANIC • Diesel Engine PM Experience • CNG Certiﬁcation/Experience (A PLUS) • CDL Class A Required

2,000

Sign On Bonus

All positions require candidates to be able to work ﬂexible hours, including overtime, weekends & holidays. All candidates must be able to pass a background screening, as well as pre employment medical and drug screen.

Oak Farms Dairy, Houston, TX has immediate openings in our state of the art fluid milk processing facility. Candidates interested in entry level opportunities with a stable company are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates can view complete job descriptions and requirements as well as create profiles and submit resumes at

www. deanfoods.com/ careers

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EXPERIENCED PAINTERS NEEDED!

Now Hiring Painters for Westside Remodeling Company.

DIESEL TRUCK

MECHANIC

2nd SHIFT : 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

REQUIREMENTS

- 5 Years Experience - Must have own transportation & tools NEEDED IN HOUSTON,TX We require a minimum 2 years experience, your own tools, good driving and work history. CDL is preferred.

FOr immediate consideration Call Rick : 713-973-8602

Apply in person at Salem NationaLease 6150 Lumberdale Road, Houston, TX 77092 OR Call: 713.630.8293 www.salemleasing.com

WE PROVIDE EXCELLENT PAY & BENEFITS SKILLED & TRADES

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Dave BY DAV E R A M S E Y

D a v e Ra m s e y i s A m e r i c a’s t r u s t e d v o i c e o n m o n e y & b u s i n e s s . H e h a s a u t h o r e d f i v e N e w Yo r k T i m e s b e s t - s e l l i n g b o o k s , i n c l u d i n g T h e To t a l M o n e y M a ke o v e r. T h e D a v e Ra m s e y Show is heard by more than 8.5 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio s t a t i o n s . F o l l o w D a v e o n Tw i t t e r a t @ D a v e Ra m s e y a n d o n t h e w e b a t d a v e r a m s e y. c o m .

Snowball Switch? Dear Dave, We’re working the debt snowball, and together my husband and I make $93,000 a year. The amounts of our remaining three debts are so close we wonder if we should take interest rates into account. Two are student loans for $2,970 and $6,700, while the other is credit card debt in the amount of $4,750. I also got a recent bonus of $3,600. Should we put that toward our debt snowball?

It’s Not Discrimination Dear Dave I’m in the middle of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. I’ve worked for years in the automotive industry, but lately I’ve been thinking about a different line of work. The problem is I’m afraid I will be discriminated against when applying for jobs because of the bankruptcy filing. I think the government has given businesses the permission to look at my financial history. Do you have any suggestions?

Robin Joe Dear Robin, Dear Joe, In a strictly mathematical sense, my advice of paying off debt smallest to largest may be wrong, but it’s still the correct advice. Besides, if people were so good at math they wouldn’t have debt in the first place, would they? If I’m in your shoes, I’d have that lowest student loan paid off in a heartbeat with the bonus you mentioned. I’d throw the remainder, along with your regular snowball payments, at the credit card and keep the debt snowball rolling just like I normally advise. When you’re pushing to get out of debt fast, interest rates don’t really matter much when you add up actual dollars on interest spent. If you were going to keep debt around for six or seven years, then we’d have something to talk about. But when you knock out the little debt and immediately plow through the others with a vengeance, it gives a real sense of accomplishment and confidence. Remember, personal finance is 80 percent behavior and only 20 percent head knowledge. So, mathematically speaking, the advice I’m giving you might be a few dollars wrong, but you’ll benefit in other bigger, long-lasting ways by gaining a sense of closure on your debts, learning how to delay pleasure and staying on a plan! —Dave 22 JULY 15, 2016

The government doesn’t give businesses permission to look at your history. They had that right anyway. And it wouldn’t be discrimination, because it’s a part of their analysis as to whether or not they want you working for them. That kind of thing is perfectly reasonable. It’s not discrimination. A lot of this, however, depends on the job and how seriously the employer is considering you. If you’d be doing something where you have to be bonded, then you’ll have trouble because the bankruptcy can prevent you from being bonded. If you would be handling large sums of money or be given access to large sums of money, the Chapter 13 bankruptcy would reflect poorly on you and make you a higher risk. Just be honest and disclose it, Joe. If they ask questions, explain things truthfully and the reasons behind why it happened. Also, don’t carry around a chip on your shoulder about the bankruptcy. We all make mistakes, and the smart ones among us learn from them. I wouldn’t necessarily have an issue with someone just because they had filed bankruptcy in the past, but it would create problems if they tried to hide it from me. —Dave VOL. 21 ISSUE 1048

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LOCAL PLASTIC BAG MANUFACTURER has

IMMEDIATE

JOB OPENINGS Email rhianna@jobsparx.com

BAG/LINE SET-UP OPERATOR BAG LINE PACKERS

Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

PRODUCTION SCHEDULER 3 years experience

Must have high level attention to detail No experience required/on-hand training • Full time work with benefits • Night work position only • 3 day weekend every other week • Room for overtime hours to fit company needs

Apply in person at:

8419 Tewantin Dr. | Oﬀ Airport Blvd.

Subject: Manufacture

SKILLED & TRADES

RESIDENT SERVICES SUPERVISOR

Humble, TX

The Resident Services Supervisor reports to the Community Manager and is responsible for the overall maintenance of the physical site and supervision of entire Resident Services team. Supervise and assist in all maintenance issues including, but not limited to, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs, carpentry work, custodial work and concrete, masonry, rooﬁng fencing and signage when needed.

Immediate Openings:

Assemblers Crew Leaders Warehouse

EXPERIENCE Min. 1 year or more of recent exp. in property mgmt maintenance or a related field is required. 2 or more years of hands-on exp. preferred. High school education or equivalent A min. of 2 yrs supervisory exp. Must be HVAC Certified!

For an application, Send Resumes to:

Charla@jobsparx.com

NORTH HOUSTON

Diesel Fleet Mechanic CONROE

Must have manufacturing exp.

1 &2 st

Shift

WE OFFER: Health Insurance Vacation • 401k

APPLY ONLINE WWW.BLDR.COM 5525 Brittmoore Rd. | Houston 77041 11711 Clay Rd. | Houston 77041

Excellent Salary & Beneﬁts

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Maintenance Mechanic

Apply Online: www.BordenDairy.com

Click on Careers

National CORE is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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TRANSPORTATION

Local, well established floorcovering distributor seeking professional

CLASS A DELIVERY DRIVERS

19/

LOOKING FOR A DRIVER WITH DOUBLE’S ENDORSEMENT TO PULL 2 - 28’ TRAILERS TO LOUISIANA.

BENEFITS:

• Mostly local work in southern areas of Texas and Louisiana. • Drivers are home nearly every night with minimal layovers required. • Drivers work Monday through Friday and OCCASIONAL WEEKENDS. • CLASS Drivers operate tandem axle day cabs pulling dry RESUME. vans. A CDLrequired REQUIRED. to IF YOU DO NOT MEET THIS QUALIFICATION PLEASE DO NOT SEND

Medical and Dental Insurance • 401K Plan Paid Vacation • Sick Leave • Uniforms

OVERTIME AVAILABLE • $25 ALLOWANCE FOR DOUBLES

Selected candidates will be required to pass DOT physical and drug screen, road test, MVR and criminal background investigation, and must have verifiable employment history.

Email: osd@readerswholesale.com

OR APPLY IN PERSON: 8010 Kempwood Drive Houston, TX 77055 WWW.READERSWHOLESALE.COM

TRANSPORTATION

DELIVERY DRIVERS CALL TODAY!

TO LEARN ABOUT OUR

NEW!

TRAINING PROGRAM

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS!

COMPANY DRIVERS & OWNER OPERATORS FOR FLATBED

• Fuel Incentive • Runner Incentive • Run Regional • 401K w/ Match • Home Every Weekend

APPLY ONLINE:

http://bit.ly/sharkjs or call: 281.458.2649 24

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We Train Experienced CDL A Drivers Lacking Flatbed Skills

PT BOBTAIL & STAKE BED JOBS

WEEKLY PAY

FULL-TIME:

SUV,VAN OR PICKUP REQUIREMENTS - Vehicles with V-6 are preferred but not required. - Must have own vehicle - SUV, Van or Pickup. - Vehicles must be 2005 or newer. - Must know Houston Metro area. 7801 N.Shepherd #107 - Must read and write English.

Houston TX 77088

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 281.931.4700 ext. 127 OR FAX RESUME TO MARY: 281.931.4730

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COMPANY DRIVERS

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St.

Industrial Way iga tion

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FOR DRY BULK TANKERS

Mcfa

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To staff current and newly arrived equipment Class A CDL required. 1 year recent verifiable tractor trailer experience required. Only safe drivers with excellent MVR & PSP score will be considered

$5,000 n Ret

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us!

* Eligibility requirements must be met

MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION - LIFE INSURANCE - PERCENTAGE BASED PAY - OVERTIME - 401K

•HOME EVERY NIGHT • LOCAL RUNS • EXCELLENT BENEFITS EOE

All applications must be filled out online at www.cemexusa.com Job# 16000025 Once application has been filled out online or If you have any questions please call 713-928-3502 TRANSPORTATION

NOW HIRING METRO IS

Benefits of Working for METRO – Retirement Plan and Savings Plan – Competitive Pay

• Bus Operator $15.00/Hour

-Bilingual a Plus • Paid Training

– Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Life Insurance – Education Assistance (Non-Union)

• Light-Rail Train Operator

Trainee $15.00/Hour

• T-Truck Wrecker Operator $23.42/Hour

– Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays – Employee Assistance Program – Wellness Program – Advancement Opportunities – Free Transportation for Employees and Spouses – Bilingual Incentive Pay for Bus Operators

OTR

LONG HAUL TEXAS BASED

COMPANY DRIVERS Earn up to 45¢ per mile

OWNER OPERATORS Earn up to $1.37 D.O.E.

713.674.2076 SGT 2000 Motor Freight, Inc. SIGN ON

APPLY NOW at RideMETRO.org Call 713-739-4953 for additional information.

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BONUS! JULY 15, 2016

TRANSPORTATION

Got a track record in delivering great customer service?

HIRING SOLO & TEAM

CLASS A CDL TANK DRIVERS!

Now try delivering people... HIRING IMMEDIATELY!

FULL TIME METROLIFT VAN DRIVERS

All you need to have to do this job is a valid driver’s license. No CDL required. - PAID TRAINING $12.50/hr. Once training is completed.

REGIONAL WORK & DEDICATED RUNS

QUALIFICATIONS:

COMPANY TANK DRIVERS

• 21 years or older • At least 3 years of driving experience • Passion for helping others through your work • Subject to a pre-employment criminal background check & drug test

WE OFFER: • Full beneﬁts package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. • Full time shifts • Paid training • Uniforms are provided • Full beneﬁts for full time • Year-round work (unlike a school bus driving position) • No CDL required • Opportunity to advance! • Fun & positive work environment

Excellent Weekly Pay Health and Dental Insurance available 401K with employer matching Late Model Trucks Family Owned Business 88 Years

OWNER OPERATORS

Excellent Rates, Weekly Settlements Owner Operators are our Business Partners Air Ride Trailers Provided at no extra cost Discounts on Fuel, Tires, Parts Minimum Requirements: Class A CDL w/Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements 2 years recent CDL-A driving experience Clean MVR • 24 years of age

Come drive for FIRST TRANSIT, a transportation industry leader!

BRING THIS AD WITH YOU & APPLY IN PERSON:

3250 Telephone Rd. | Houston, TX 77023 For questions, please call: 832-280-4711 email resumes to: hr@rsi-us.com 26

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Call for details:

281-576-6849 Apply online at:

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TRANSPORTATION

Class A CDL Tank haulers

Up to $70,000/YEAR for

COMPANY DRIVERS (Regional & Local Work)

If you’re looking for a better well established, local trucking company with new equipment & steady year round work...You’ve Found It! Reynolds Nationwide has immediate need for CDL-A Drivers for our Increasing regional and local work. Must have a Tanker Endorsement & 1 year recent driving experience with a tanker.

TOP DRIVER OF 2016 GETS A NEW VEHICLE!

• Great sign on Bonus & Quarterly Bonus available • Life Insurance Provided • Holiday & Vacation Pay!! • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans Provided!

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! CALL: 888-648-3604

Mention JobSparx to qualify for sign on bonuses

2500

Sign On Bonus

Quarterly Bonus Up to $3000/Year

TRANSPORTATION, GENERAL

Work on our projects within refineries!

TOW TRUCK DRIVER

CDL

DRIVERS

BOX TRUCK DRIVERS CLASS C • Great Beneﬁts Package • Overtime Available • Paid Vacation • Great Work Environment

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO: staﬃng@ rezultzmangement.com or htowlice@icloud.com

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APPLY MON. - FRI. 8323 Fairbanks White Oak Houston, TX 77040 Or send resume to recruiting@lmmm.net QUESTIONS?

CALL 713-449-2087

CDL TRUCK

DRIVER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Must be able to pass a graded background check (No Felony Convictions or Violent Offenses allowed) Must have TWIC card • Must pass 3 rigorous drug screens: Hair Follicle: Goes

PAY DOE + BENEFITS

back 1 year. 10 panel urinalysis & breathalyzer.

Applicants must meet all criteria in order to be able to work!

Email Resume:513@clp.com or Fax: 713-467-7283

www.craig-heidt.com JULY 15, 2016

TRANSPORTATION

MOTORCOACH OPERATORS

HIRING FOR HOUSTON, BATON ROUGE, LA & SAN ANTONIO

CDL DRIVERS WAREHOUSE SELECTORS DRIVER HELPERS

ALL POSITIONS MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK

Become a member of America’s most professional motorcoach team.

- Minimum age 23 years old - CDL: Minimum of P Endorsement permit - Clean driving record - D.O.T. physical - Drug screening & Background check - 6 months experience

WEEKS

PAID TRAINING

CALL: 713.730.3090 for an appointment to complete an application or visit: www.CoachUSA.com & Click Employment

APPLY IN PERSON:

- 401K - Sick Leave - Assistance with P Endorsement Driving Test - 6 Paid Holidays - Paid Vacation - Overnight Travel/Company Paid Lodging - Promotions from Within DBA/Kerrville Bus Company

JULY 15, 2016

We are currently looking for Delivery Drivers to deliver food to various restaurants and unload cases. Must have the following qualifications: • Class A CDL and 21+ years old • High School or equivalent • 2+ years tractor-trailer experience OR 50k verifiable miles • No more than 2 accidents or moving violations in the last 3 years • No alcohol related driving offences in the past 5 years

HOUSTON

AVERAGE OVER

70,00R0

1800 Delano, Houston, TX 77003

SALARY & BENEFITS

MEN & WOMEN WITH A CLASS A CDL

PER YEA

McLane Foodservice offers highly competitive wages and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD and 401K.

MEDICAL BENEFITS* START DAY ONE! *For qualified driver applicants only.

McLane will offer first day medical benefits for newly hired drivers!

$4000

HIRING BONUS!

APPLY IN PERSON

330 Greens Landing Dr. | Houston, TX 77038 APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.MCLANECO.COM Click the link to careers

EOE

Founded in 1894, McLane Company has grown from a local merchant to an international distribution and logistics leader. We provide services to more than 50,000 customer locations around the world. At McLane Foodservice, we work behind the scenes to supply the industry’s leading quick service restaurant chains with everything they need to run their business. EOE

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TRANSPORTATION

SUCCEED The Argos ready mix team is hiring drivers at multiple locations to join our team and help us build a sustainable world.

• Class A or B CDL • One year commercial driving exp. preferred • Must be at least 23 years of age • Competitive hourly rates • Weekly safe load bonus • Annual performance bonus • Excellent beneﬁts, including 401k • Full-time positions

Call 281-238-0508

or visit us at one of our plant locations: JERSEY VILLAGE

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FULTON

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117 Shady Shores 2224 Rolk Rd. VOL. 21 ISSUE 1048Channelview, TX 77530 Houston, TX 77077

110 Holmes Rd. Houston, TX 77045 8229 Northcourt Houston, TX 77494

19707 FM 1093 Richmond, TX 77407 7960 SH 35 Bay City, TX 77414

28601 Katy Brookshire Katy, TX 77494 4815 Ransom Rd. Richmond, TX 77469 26515 Tomball Pkwy. Tomball, TX 77375

JULY 15, 2016

NORTH HOUSTON

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Route Sales Driver CONROE

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Route Sales Driver Maintenance Mechanic LUMBERTON-BEAUMONT

Route Sales Driver

APPLY ONLINE:

WWW.BORDENDAIRY.COM 30

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TRANSPORTATION , GENERAL

FURNITURE MOVER / DRIVER • Applicant must be able to drive a 26 ft. box truck & move furniture from trucks to apartments.

Spring Branch Area

11- 18 $

/HR

• Must pass background check. • Must come professionally dressed for interview. • Drug-Free, Non-Smoking Workplace. • Able to routinely lift 75 lbs or more. • Must have clean driving record.

APPLY IN PERSON:

Mon. - Fri. 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM 6550 Long Point, Ste. 204 Houston, TX 77055 Bring this ad in to apply. 713-790-0955

Funoftx.com MANAGEMENT TRAINING PROGRAM

Management Trainees Wanted! EOE, AAP, D, F, VA

McCoy’s Building Supply, a fourth-generation, family-owned retailer of building supplies, is now accepting online applications for Management Trainees for our Management Development Program, slated to begin in October 2016.

WE ARE GROWING! OCTOBER 2016

The Management Development Program at McCoy’s prepares qualified candidates to function as Retail Assistant Store Managers. Successful candidate(s) will be hired and assigned to a local home store , or relocated to a store with a current Assistant Manager opening, prior to the start of the training program. Candidates who are hired who do not currently live in a McCoy’s market will be off ered relocation assistance.

Successful candidates should: • Have proactive leadership skills and experience, including prior retail supervisory or management experience. • Be at least 23 years of age and be able to meet McCoy’s driver eligibility requirements. • Be able to participate in the Program training schedule, which is approximately 9 weeks long, primarily in San Marcos TX. • Be able to relocate within the company’s markets subject to their geographical preferences. Candidates who have prior experience and/or working knowledge of the building materials or home building industries are preferred, but not required. If you are interested in pursuing an opportunity in this fast-paced, hard-working, retail building supply environment, APPLY ONLINE to Job Requisition #16-0592 at:

www.mccoys.com/careers Drug, Background, & Driver Record screens Required.

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GENERAL

EOE

Apply Online: WWW.AIRSERVCORP.COM

ON SITE IMMEDIATE HIRING EVENT! MONDAY - THURSDAY 9AM - 3PM

Call

for more info

281.219.9300

At Bush Intercontinental Airport

all Positions are Full Time

Baggage Handlers • wheel chair agents electric cart drivers • Warehouse agents • SUPERVISORS Required to lift, stand, push & pull • Maintain effective communication & diverse working relationships with passengers, coworkers & managers.

lavatory service drivers Responsible for servicing various aircraft lavatory & water systems. Comply with all safety,security, compliance & quality standards Valid T X DL is MANDATORY • Must be at least 21 years old

non commissioned security officers Must bring 3 forms if ID (Drivers License, Social Security, Passport, Voters Registration or School ID.)

18455 Viscount Rd. Bldg.9 Suite #500 Houston, TX 77032

WE OFFER

Benefits after 60 days (Medical&Dental) 401K • Paid time off Opportunity for Overtime

GENERAL

We are now accepting applications for the following FULL TIME positions at Bush Intercontinental Airport:

AIRCRAFT CLEANERS and

JANITORS PM SHIFTS AVAILABLE Must be at least 18 years old Must have criminal background check

281.233.9710

JEFFERSON DENTAL CLINICS IS HIRING FOR 17 LOCATIONS & OPENING SEVERAL LOCATIONS IN 2016

FRONT DESK ASSOCIATES CLINIC COORDINATORS ASSISTANT CLINIC MANAGERS BILINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH PREFERRED

email resume to jobs@worldserviceco.com Apply in person Mon. - Fri. • 10 am - 5 pm 3250 Lodestar Rd. • Houston, TX 77032 Or fax resume: 281.233.9727

JULY 15, 2016

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Have you recently moved to Houston from another state, country or just another part of Texas? If you came here to get a job, I’d like to hear about your experience. Email: askdiana@jobsparx.com

I am sending you my Personal Re-

yet. I’m very anxious about it because

sume for you to tell me what you think

he told me that he would get back to me.

about it. I’ve also attached a “Cover Let-

I’m worried about some of the answers

ter.” I am not getting a “good” response

I gave. Do you think I should call him?

to the resume, and I wonder if I should

-Tomball, Texas Reader

re-write it. Thanks for your “help.” -Houston, Texas Reader

Aha!! I believe I have found the

you are being considered for the posi-

problem, and it’s one that can be cor-

tion. If he says that you are still in the

rected easily: you just used random

running, ask when you might hear from

quotation marks and bad grammar!!

him. If he says that you are not still a can-

Quotation marks can be tricky because

didate, ask him why. More than likely he

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they mean different things when they

will not be able to tell you much about

are used differently. Their primary pur-

why you were not chosen, but you may

pose is to alert the reader that you are

get some information that you can use.

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quoting another person. For example, you might quote Robert Frost’s poem where he said, “Good fences make good neighbors.” That part is easy.

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LOCAL PLASTIC BAG MANUFACTURER HAS IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS

Q: I quit my job because I was angry with my boss, but now I wish I could go back. I said some things that weren’t

Here’s the tricky part: sometimes we

very nice. I realize now that it was a

use quotation marks to emphasize a

good job, but I wasn’t following the

statement as you did in the letter and

rules. Do you think I could call them

resume you sent. Oops. That’s wrong. If

back? I’m pretty sure they aren’t still

you want to emphasize something, you

mad at me.

can put it in italics or underline it. When you use quotation marks, you run the

-Baytown, Texas Reader

ORDER SET-UP OPERATOR

risk of sounding sarcastic. For instance,

ORDER LINE PACKERS

thought that I wasn’t going to be much

they are not still angry. If they tell you

help! It makes you sound snarky, and I

no, you haven’t lost anything, and if they

know that you aren’t. Go through your

say yes, you can be a better employee

resume and remove all of the quotation

this time. The next time you are tempted

marks because you are not quoting

to be rude to someone, ask yourself if

anyone. You scattered capital letters as

that is a good idea.

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Absolutely. Call to say that you are

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in your letter you put the word “help” in quotation marks, it made it look as if you

if they were cupcake sprinkles - make them lower case. Your subjects don’t agree with the verbs, make sure that they do. And for heavens sake, leave out the “personal” on personal resume. Are you in the habit of sending someone else’s resume? If you know someone who is grammatically sharp, have that person go over your resume with you so that you can learn why it is failing. Good luck.

Give them a call. You don’t have

anything to lose, and it may be true that

If you have any questions about interviewing, hiring, or work, I’d love to hear from you. Due to the volume of response, not ever y question will appear in the column, but most questions will receive an e m a i l r e s p o n s e w i t h i n 2 t o 3 d ay s .

Have a question for Diana? Email: AskDiana@JobSparx.com

I had a telephone interview two

weeks ago, and I haven’t heard back

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SHOULD YOU TAKE A

Transition Job? by Carol Vecchio

If you’re simply desperate to get away from something without a clear sense of what you’re excited about doing, stop a moment and think about it. You’ve decided to leave your present position, or you’ve been laid off. Maybe you realized that what you’ve been doing for work no longer fits, yet there’s no clear, new direction that’s drawing you. If you’re stuck in a career transition, you can be confused about where to go next. Often, finding an interim job can be a good way to make the transition as smooth as possible. Here are some common questions and concerns I often hear from people in transition, and what to do if you find yourself uttering them: “I know what I don’t want, but not what I do want.”

what you’re excited about doing, stop a of money that will allow you to survive. moment and think about it. Would you We’re not talking about having enough to hire someone like that? indulge in daily luxuries like lattés; this is bare bones financial planning. Employers have excellent radar and can immediately tell when a person isn’t pas- In order to do without certain things, sionate in the job interview. No matter you’ll have to be able to determine why how hard you work at finding just the right you’re making this choice. Establish clear answer to “Why are you interested in this goals for this transition job: What will it aljob?” you won’t be able to convince an low you to do? Renew your burned-out employer you’re the ideal person to hire. self? Allow time for figuring out your next chapter? Set parameters: How much time Which may lead you to ask: will this take? Three months? Six months? A year or two? Ask yourself how big of a “But I have to work. What am I going to transition you’re looking at. The bigger do?” the transition, the longer the interim plan needs to be. First, you’re going to let go of any precon- ceived notions you have about how this is “Can I make my current job into a transiall supposed to work. tion job that will no longer drain me?”

If this sounds at all familiar, you’re not alone. What’s happening is that you’re waiting for that next plum opportunity to come along so you can leap into your If you’re abiding by last century’s rules of new, exciting future… but it’s not here yet. “don’t leave a job until you have another one” or “short stints kill careers,” then The longer you wait, the more uncomfort- you’re behind the times. According to the able the old thing gets, the more stuck Department of Labor, today, on average, you feel and the more discouraged you people have 10 to 14 jobs — before age appear. This is when some of you will ap- 38. If you can comfortably describe the ply for anything and everything out there positive reason(s) for shifting to somejust to get out of the awful place you are thing new and how you can be a resource now. And that’s when I hear people say: to your new employer, then changing jobs can be portrayed confidently and “There are no jobs out there!” constructively. But if you don’t know what you really want, how can you find it? If you’re simply desperate to get away JULY 15, 2016without a clear sense of 36something from

Secondly, define what you want from a transition job. As I mentioned in my previous post, you need to know your basic budget in specific terms and the kind

Examine your current work situation. Ask yourself what it would take to stay put and if this fits your transition requirements. If so, renegotiate your responsibilities in a way that allows the company to get what it needs while you also get what you need. It has to be a win-win, or it won’t work. If you aren’t able to stay where you are and you’re unclear about your longerterm vision and direction, then it’s absolutely appropriate to explore other transition jobs. “What are the benefits and challenges of 21 ISSUEjob?” 1048 taking aVOL. transition

First, let’s define a transition job. A transition job is a temporary choice that meets your basic financial needs without draining you or keeping you from doing the introspective work that’s needed in a transition. The word “interim” that we’ve been using explains this choice quite well. An interim job is a step you take that’s not permanent, but which does give you some breathing space. Often, it’s a job you have done and enjoyed in the past. This makes for an easy search that involves a phone call to a contact or two with whom you’ve previously worked. Other times, it’s something you do for a hobby, are naturally good at or are excited about learning. The benefits and challenges of taking a transition job include: Benefits: • It’s easy to find and easy to do. • It eliminates the worry of paying the rent and putting food on the table while you transition. • It gives you a break from the rat race to step back and rediscover your passions. • It’s a viable short-term solution. Challenges: • If you’re not clear about why you’re doing it, you might get bored. • You temporarily have to cut way back on — or even eliminate — your normal expenses. • Without some structure and planning, time can get away from you, and you may find you didn’t focus on the essential, internal questions of your transition. • Fears may arise of getting stuck doing this forever. Finally, while this is a proven and successful strategy to take, you need to create support around you in order to make this happen. My clients have found the concept of taking or creating a transition job to be very freeing in their career process, but they’ve also realized that there are some who don’t grasp this approach. If you live in a more conservative area, you might find yourself having to be even more confident in this path since it may feel a bit like you’re bucking the system to take an interim job. “What can I do so I don’t feel so alone?” I encourage you to seek out support. Ask around. There are many supportive teams, groups and career counselors who can aid you in developing an interim transition plan. Some other resources include temp agencies in your area, ncda. org (for general job hunting resources),elance.com (for freelancing opportunities) and encore.org (for the over 50 age group). And remember to access the people who have been supportive to you over the years. They are gems in your life. Carol Vecchio founded the Centerpoint Institute for Life and Career Renewal in 1992. Her pioneering programs have positively impacted thousands of people who are now designing and living lives they love through Discovery Groups like “Your Personal Brand for Effective Networking,” “‘Passion Search” and “LifeWork Renewal.” Carol created the renowned “Natural Cycles of Change,” which is the foundation for her book The Time Between Dreams.

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Creating Resume Keywords

by Robin Ryan, Author of “Winning Resumes” M ost

mid-size & larger companies use recruiting

management software to screen applicants for job openings. So when you apply online your resume is entered into a database. Popular companies will get hundreds of applicants for each job it posts.

you have the important keywords in your resume. Many employers reveal that they search work tasks to begin to narrow the applicant pool. Be specific. The more focused and specific you are the better chance you’ll have at being a good match in the hiring manager’s search to narrow applicants and be one that they actual see and review. To incorporate your work tasks into your resume experience,

“Resume keywords” are the words that a hiring manager (or HR) types into their computer to narrow their selection of applicant resumes that have been entered into their

create the first sentence under professional experience as a “summary sentence” that covers the vital work tasks you performed for that job.

company’s database. In order to be selected and “popup” in their search, your resume needs to contain the

For example: an Aerospace Engineer might write:

keywords that they type in. Served as a design engineer working on airplane Most people often ignore this critical part of the

structures

and

systems.

Responsibilities

included:

application process. Your resume’s keywords need to

designs of productions parts; new tool creation; process

include specific job requirements, your skills, software

improvements; change management; production flow;

and technology competencies, relevant credentials and

project

industry buzzwords.

with both client’s technical teams and internal teams;

management;

client

relations;

collaborated

established best practices; troubleshoot; analyzed/ To uncover the keywords to use, take a look at some

reviewed and implemented prototype design.

actual job postings. Search for job listings that match your background and experience. Look at the keywords

Take the time to be sure you have all the major

included in the job postings and incorporate them into

responsibilities listed as these keywords mean the

your resume.

difference between getting noticed, or remaining lost in cyberspace and never getting the phone call to come in

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ACQUIRING & FINANCING a Semi Truck, Big Rig & Over the Road Truck

By: Jim Luna In today’s economy, start up and seasoned businesses have an unique opportunity to acquire an attractive deal for semi trucks, big rigs and over the road trucks. The first option, for the buyer, is to visit their local dealer and find his truck there. This is great place to start and obtain pertinent information that will be used later in the data gathering process. From there, it is recommended searching the internet and its mass volume of data that is available. The potential buyer can visit such sites as truck paper and truck trader etc to view thousands of listings of trucks available across the United States. He is able to sort and sift through this vast data and should be able to find a truck, in any city and/or state across the U.S, that meets his acquisition requirements. Once he has located a source of trucks available to him, he is able to contact these sellers and negotiate a deal that might be able to meet his needs. Once he is agreed to a price and its particulars, his next hurdle is to find adequate financing in today’s complex lending world of this commodity. Today, the financing arena for semi trucks has become much smaller. Lenders, in the past, that use to finance this niche market have either pulled their portfolio funds out of this area or have modified its’ lending requirements. It is not unheard of today that a start up business must commit to a down payment of between 10% - 30% of the acquisition cost of the truck to enter this market. The seasoned business with good credit might be able to get in as little as one payment down plus documents fees but must have either A or B Credit. Other seasoned businesses that don’t meet these credit requirements, may be required to put up 10-20% down or either put up additional collateral as their credit scores fall below 600. Most buyers don’t enjoy these tightening financial requirements, are locked out of this market, and will start looking for alternatives that are available due to market conditions. In addition to the market requirements of substantial monies due upfront, the conventional lender has modified his risk/reward factor for the failure and possible repossession of these trucks. Therefore, the rate and/ or interest factor that the lender charges has gone up making it a bigger challenge to complete the financing end once the want to be buyer locates his acquisition.... As the economy has weakened due to market conditions, including diesel gas reaching $5.00 or more per gallon in certain states, the route of conventional financing has changed as we know it. The lender has acquired another problem that makes their equation a little more complicated. In the past year as the price of food has gone up, the real estate markets have taken a toll for the worse

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and other world factors have caused the banks to be more unstable, the trucking industry has become more volatile. As the increase of defaults on the payments of over the road trucks, semis etc have risen to all time highs, the lenders have been taking back these trucks by the droves that are earmarked as repossessions. This has caused a problem with normal lending practices and trying to balance it with a non producing income portfolio. If these lenders don’t act swiftly and prudently, the combination of these two type of portfolios can be devastating to the lenders’ bottom line. A third factor to consider is the off lease truck. These trucks are being returned to the lender and they must act accordingly with this third factor. By definition, an off lease semi truck, over the road truck, big rig etc has been returned to the lender as the lease has expired. The lessee has made a decision to return the item in lieu of exercising the buyout option. A repossession is different than an off lease because it has arisen due to a default of the lessee for non payment terms or a violation of the terms of the lease. Either way, the lender has taken these trucks back and/and now must recondition these trucks and either sell these trucks or release them. The lender can either advertise their off lease and repo inventories through their internal sales force, trade journals such as truck paper, truck trader etc or utilize outside professionals such as brokers to move their inventories as quick as possible. Sometimes, as these inventories either sit or whatever reasons aren’t moving, the lender will put these items up for auction. At the present time, the lenders have two different types of financing portfolios to consider and must act accordingly. Normal lending on new business deals still require stringent lending practices based upon the credit markets and the risk/reward factors lenders perceive out there in the financial markets. The second type of portfolio, for the off lease and repos, require possibility a more lenient approach to liquidating their inventories prudently and recreating the income stream for the lenders. This will be discussed below. Today, some of the lenders in the financial market have advertised personal credit qualifications as low as 575, prior bankruptcy rules amended or ignored, and start up businesses welcome. Additionally, the front money to commence a lease can start as low as first payment only to whatever you might able to negotiate. Some of the lenders have application only programs up to $250,000. There are

no financial statements, income tax returns or bank statements required. Additionally, some lenders may defer some of payments to get the semi trucks financed. The buyout clauses on these over the road trucks can range from a $1.00 buyout to 10% to 20%, Trac leases to possible fair market value buyouts. One should understand these clauses because they have an impact on the passing of title.

These favorable financial arrangements by the lender has stimulated the buyers wants and needs to either enter the trucking industry as an owner operator and/or possibility an expansion of a existing business. First Time buyers, whom were locked out of this market in the past, now has an unique opportunity to earn more revenue by acquiring a truck for himself. A $50,000 over the road truck might require as little as $1400 down to commence the financial obligation. Other lenders that might have required up to 30% down in the past might accept as little as 10% to acquire one of their repos and/or off leases.....Additionally, some lenders may offer favorable monthly payment terms vs standard lending to acquire their off lease and repos vs. the buyer looking to acquire a truck at a dealership. For this article, potential deals for over the road trucks, semi trucks and big rigs for the customers relate to the following manufacturers: Petebilt, Mack, Kenworth, International, Freightliner, and Volvo. In conclusion, this is a buyer’s market for semi trucks, big rigs and over the road trucks. One

should evaluate all the factors relating to this acquisition including gas costs, air emissions, environmental type requirements., buyout clauses acquisition costs and its related financing. Additionally, there are two distinct financing markets out there, one for the normal acquisition from the dealership and the possibility of acquiring a repo and off lease from a lender at favorable market and financing terms. As always it is advisable, if possible, to locate financing prior to truck shopping, it could save a lot of time and stress. Happy hunting for your acquisition and related financing.

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hile serving an 18 year prison sentence, James Whitfield completed a paralegal training program. He was determined to work in law upon his release—but was rejected by every firm he applied to. “No one was willing to take a chance on me because of my criminal record,” he says.

Whitfield decided that he didn’t want other ex-offenders to experience the same kind of rejection he had faced. So he began the ExOffenders Resource Network, a nonprofit organization that helps people with criminal backgrounds find employment. “I was determined to help others find work, since I couldn’t,” he says. “I wanted to talk to employers and educate them about working with ex-offenders and show them that, by giving people a second chance, they could change people’s lives.”

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Some have left to raise children or to care for another family member. Others lost their job or had to leave because of sickness or disability. Still others aren’t in the labor force for different reasons, such as serving in the military. But no matter why they are absent, many of these workers plan to return to the labor force at some point. For prospective workers in all these circumstances, returning to the labor force can be intimidating and difficult. Knowing what to expect and what to do can help make the process easier. This article provides information about getting back to the workforce for those who have been absent.

ASSESS YOURSELF

Maybe you’ve been out of work for a few months, or perhaps it’s been years. Either way, it’s helpful to take stock of your skills and interests, experience, and goals. Start by assessing where you are in your career. “An absence from the workforce is a good time to reevaluate and decide what you really want,” says career blogger Marc Miller.

IDENTIFY SKILLS AND INTERESTS

Formal assessments can help you determine your skills and personality type, and some assessments identify occupations that match those traits. “The best assessments compare your personality traits with similar traits of people who are doing things they like, to see if that might be a good fit for you,” says Miller. Many assessments are available online, often for a fee. But some are available at no cost, including those offered at career centers. In addition to helping you identify your skills, many assessments focus on recognizing interests. Determining what truly interests you can help guide you to a new career. “I always tell people that the most important thing is to know thyself,” says Miller. Think about the things that interest you: What do you like to do in your spare time? They can be broad pursuits, such as music, or specific activities, such as building and restoring motorcycles.

READY YOUR RESUME

Before you’re ready to apply for jobs, you should prepare a general outline of your skills and experience. To start building your resume, think about how you spent your time while you were out of the workforce. What were you doing? What experience and skills did you develop that could be useful in a work setting? These may include “soft” skills, such as interpersonal communication and problem solving abilities, that employers find desirable for many jobs. If you already have a resume, update it to include the experience you gained and skills you honed while out of the workforce. If you don’t have a resume, start by making a list of all the jobs you’ve had, what you accomplished at each, and what skills you developed from those accomplishments. Include any volunteer experience, education, and memberships in professional associations, clubs, or religious organizations. Career counselors say that even informal activities, such as attending a church group or assisting an elderly parent, can help develop important skills. For example, career counselor Lea Alvarado had a client who strengthened her resume by including conflict resolution skills, which she developed while out of the labor force caring for her four children. “Employers respond to workers who have built up skills while out of the workforce,” says Alvarado. For people who’ve taken time off from the labor force, the functional resume format, which focuses on skills, is usually more effective than a chronological resume, which focuses on work history. List all the JULYhave, 15, 2016 52 you skills and give concrete examples of how you’ve used each

in a professional setting. For more information about resume formats, visit your local library or career center. Think about how your work history relates to what you see yourself doing in the future: are there any crucial skills that you are missing and may need to acquire before applying for work again? If so, make note of them as you start thinking about your career goals. References can be especially important if you have been out of the workforce for a while. Career counselors say that prospective employers want to talk to someone who can vouch for your skills and work ethic, so make sure that your references are former colleagues who can speak about the quality of your work. Contact three people with whom you had a good working relationship, and ask their permission to use them as references. Get their current employment information, phone numbers, and email addresses.

SET GOALS

Getting back to the workforce may require a lot of effort. But that doesn’t mean that you need to do everything all at once. “The reentry process can be overwhelming, so it’s important to break it down into small, achievable goals,” says career counselor Lisa Severy. “These can be daily goals, or weekly, or any span of time. The important thing is that you start making progress.” Career counselors say that goals can be as simple as drafting a resume one day and reconnecting with a specific number of former coworkers the next, as long as the goals are tangible and achievable. Then, fit these short term goals into a long term career path. When setting goals, think about the future. What would you like to be doing years from now? But also consider the past. “Reflect on your career,” says Miller. “Think about when you felt most fulfilled, and why. This can indicate the type of work or work environment you should be seeking.”

GET HELP FROM EXPERTS

Career counselors can provide structure and expert guidance in your job search. They can show you how to gather information about the occupations that interest you and then help you narrow down your options by considering factors like your preferred work schedule. They may assist you in developing a long term plan for your career and in setting achievable goals that allow you to realize that plan. In addition, counselors can teach you jobseeking strategies, as well as help with resumes and cover letters, interviewing tips, and networking etiquette. Look for career events sponsored by counseling organizations, universities, and state-administered career centers. “They have networking events,” says Severy, “and, sometimes, seminars and presenters on topics like resume dos and don’ts and interview etiquette.” The Yellow Pages has listings of career counselors; be sure to ask if they are licensed to practice in their state. Your local library also has a list of local college career services departments, adult education resources, and employment services. But be cautious about paying businesses for services that might be free elsewhere: “They’re trying to sell you their products or their seminars, so beware of those companies,” says Severy.

PREPARE FOR REENTRY

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If you need experience, consider volunteering. “Ask people you know if they need help with anything or if they know anyone who does,” says Garrison. “It can be volunteering, project work, part-time work, or filling in for someone.” Contact organizations in industries that interest you, and ask if they accept volunteers. No matter what type of tasks are involved, volunteering can help you build skills and get a sense of what the work is like.

GETTING HIRED

Trying to find a job can be a job in itself. You’ll need to network and seek out job openings that interest you. You’ll also need to tailor your resume or application and prepare a cover letter to submit for advertised job vacancies. Finally, you’ll want to prepare yourself for the interview that will land you a job.

NETWORK

LEARN ABOUT THE JOB MARKET

Depending on how long you’ve been out of the workforce, you might discover that much has changed. “It’s important to research the marketplace and see what’s out there,” says career coach Barb Garrison. “Don’t assume it’s the same as when you were last in it.” The Internet is an important research tool, especially for learning about what may have changed in the workplace. For example, some job tasks previously performed by workers are now done by technology. Other jobs may have increased skill requirements. And new occupations may have emerged that did not exist before. Consult references that give you an idea of what kinds of occupations there are and what they involve. Consider your interests, skills, experience, and goals, as well as other factors that may be important to you, such as a preferred work schedule. Once you have enough background information, start reading local job postings. Get an idea of what types of workers employers are looking for and the skills and education required to do the job. And ask people you know about their jobs. Find out what skills they use, what their workplaces are like, and what education or training they needed to get hired. Consider doing informational interviews to learn more about occupations or specific jobs. “Informational interviews will help you narrow down what kinds of roles are suited for you and what types of companies you are interested in,” says Alvarado. To set up an informational interview, call local employers and ask to speak with a worker who is doing a job that interests you. “People love to talk about themselves,” says Miller. “If you ask people for 15 minutes of their time, they’ll often give it to you.” Miller also recommends asking workers if they know anyone else you could talk to or if they know any companies that are hiring. Making contacts can help to develop a network that you may be able to tap for help in your job search. You’ll also want to familiarize yourself with the job market in your area. Check job listings, and if you need to beef up your skills, look for available education or training opportunities. Above all, be proactive. “Waiting is not a job search strategy,” says Miller. “Companies hire people without waiting to post a job. Go ahead and get in touch.” What do you need to do to get the job you want? You may have to get more education or training to update your skills. Or you might need some work experience. VOL. 21 ISSUE 1048

Developing a network is an important component of your job search. Many career counselors believe that job vacancies are filled primarily through word of mouth, so every hour devoted to networking is time well spent toward finding employment. When Alvarado is looking to hire someone, for example, she reaches out to her network to see if anyone in it knows who might be qualified. “Like most employers,” she says, “I’d rather hire someone that one of my colleagues can vouch for than someone none of us knows personally.” Being proactive about meeting as many people as possible is especially important if you’re reentering the job market after an absence. “If you’ve been out of the workforce for a while, your skills or experience may not be current, so someone is going to have to take a risk on you,” says Miller. “Someone’s willingness to take that risk is more likely when there’s a personal relationship.” Start networking by reconnecting with former colleagues and supervisors. They may know of positions available or of someone who is hiring. If not, they still may be willing to serve as references on your applications or to connect you with other people to help you expand your network. “Talk to everyone you know, not just people who are doing what you want to do,” says Garrison. “Ask them about their work and how they got into it.” Joining a professional association, community organization, or hobby group is another way to network. Participating informally can be beneficial. “Casual activities create a more relaxed atmosphere when you’re talking to people,” says Garrison. “You never know where you’ll find your next contact.”

FIND OPPORTUNITIES

Locating prospective employment is at the core of job-seeking, whether you’ve been out of work for a few days or a few years. Along with pursuing traditional job-seeking methods, such as scouring want ads and attending job fairs, you might want to consider temporary employment as a way to get back into the labor force. Help wanted. Newspaper ads and job boards at local career centers are good places to find job openings. Local job boards also can be a place to offer your services if you want to do freelance work, such as graphic design or photography. Distributing resumes in person allows you to meet contacts for jobs that involve customer service, such as bartenders and retail sales workers. Visit local businesses and ask to submit an application. If they display a “Help Wanted” sign, you know that they are hiring. Even in businesses that aren’t advertising for help, however, dropping off your resume or filling out an application may increase the chances that they’ll contact you when they are hiring. Be polite and professional when asking for an application; employers JULY 15, 2016 53 will be evaluating how you interact with people, especially when it

comes to jobs related to customer service. A few days after you’ve submitted the application, call to check in; this courtesy shows that you still have interest in the job, and it may help you stand out from the other applicants.

yourself to employers and begin to tell them your story. “The point of a cover letter is not to land a job,” says Garrison. “It’s to get the employer interested enough in you to want to continue the conversation in an interview.”

JOB FAIRS

You might be tempted to use the cover letter to discuss your absence from the workforce, but some career counselors recommend sticking to highlights of your skills, experience, and goals. Although you may feel the need to explain your absence, counselors say, it’s best to leave that until an interview gives you the opportunity to elaborate and answer followup questions.

A good way to meet people from many companies—all of which are hiring—in a short time is to attend a job fair. Check out ones that are associated with your local career center or universities and community colleges. Garrison recommends using job fairs as a place to help polish your speaking skills and to practice other workplace necessities: dressing professionally, introducing yourself to people, and engaging them in conversation. But don’t pressure yourself to find a job, Garrison says. Simply go with the goal of brushing up on your people skills. And if you find a job that interests you, that’s a bonus. Before attending a job fair, find out which companies are expected to attend. Choose five to research the business, the industry, and the jobs they offer. “Don’t just wander around trying to see as many employers as possible,” says Severy. “Spend time with the ones that really interest you.” Come prepared with your research and some questions. Spend time talking to the representatives of each company, and show your interest by asking about the work. “A career fair is a great place to show employers something about your personality that they can’t tell from a resume,” says Severy.

APPLY

When applying for jobs, target your search. Don’t try to force your qualifications into a description that doesn’t really suit you; even if you were to get the job, you probably wouldn’t enjoy the work. Instead, find openings that really interest you, even if it means applying for fewer of them. “If you’re sending out 50 resumes a week and you don’t hear back on any of them, not only does that hurt your confidence, but it’s also not a very targeted strategy,” says Alvarado. “It’s better to send out one resume per week to something that really aligns with your interests, skills, and strengths.” Treat the process of applying for positions the way you would an actual job: as work. Career counselors suggest creating a routine for yourself in which you get up in the morning and, for several hours, review job listings, make phone calls, and submit applications. In the evening, you might participate in a networking event, volunteer with an organization, or attend a social club. But take the whole process seriously, and use your time wisely to help further your search.

INTERVIEW

In job interviews, it’s important to look professional, arrive early, and be polite. Before the interview, rehearse what you want to say about yourself, your interests, and your goals as they relate to the job. Also rehearse what you want to say about your time off from the workforce. Don’t be afraid to explain your choices; career counselors say that disclosing them with confidence can make a good impression on prospective employers. “It’s common to have time off from work these days,” says Alvarado. “It’s all about how you talk about it.” Employers might ask personal questions, some of which are illegal— such as those about your religion, your plans to have children, or your health. You are not required to answer these types of questions, but some career counselors suggest using the opportunity to show your commitment to the job. “Try to re frame the question by saying something like ‘If you’re worried about my ability to be here during work hours, don’t be. I have demonstrated my ability to show up on time at my volunteer position at the food kitchen,’ or whatever the issue is,” says Severy. When going to an interview, remember to bring information on your salary history and contact information for your references, as well as copies of your resume and cover letter. Finally, be sure to follow up after an interview with a thank-you note that reiterates your interest in the position and inquires about what’s next. “These small gestures can really set you apart from other candidates,” says Garrison.

Resumes and applications. Counselors recommend tailoring your resume or application to every position for which you submit one. Use words from the job posting to describe your skills and achievements. “Be sure that you have an example of something you’ve done for each element listed in the ad,” says Miller. “You should be able to say, ‘Let me tell you about the time…’ for each one.” Not every job opening requires a resume, but your template is still useful for completing applications: You’ll have most of the information you need at your fingertips. When filling out an application, remember to write legibly, in blue or black ink. Stay positive and truthful in your answers. Follow instructions carefully, and don’t leave blanks. As with a resume, tailor your answers with words from the position posting, and be sure to proofread the application before submitting it. Cover letters. Writing a cover letter is voluntary, but it can be an 15, 2016 54 JULYpart important of the application process. It allows you to introduce

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Texas Construction Academy • OSHACareer 10-Hour Construction Course (including OSHA 10-hour card) • Heavy Equipment Training • Work Zone Safety Course FOR THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY • Geographical Information Are serious about getting a job in construction? Systems Training Do you have a clear driver record? Do you have your own transportation?• Personal Finance and Are you able to pass a drug test and background check? Money Management Skills Are you over the age of 18? • Job Application and The two-week Texas Construction Career Academy Interview (TCCA) provides hands-on training intended to increase Techniques students’ ability to be hired by highway contractors. Selected candidates receive training in a variety of fields. • Introduction to Highway Participants completing the program will have the following qualifications: Construction Industry • OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course (including OSHA 10-hour card)

FREE JOB TRAINING

• Heavy Equipment Training

CLASS: July 18–29, 2016 M–F | 8 a.m.–5 p.m. • Work Zone Safety Course

• Geographical Information Systems Training

• Personal Finance and Money Management Skills • Job Application and Interview Techniques

• Introduction to Highway Construction Industry

JOB FAIR: GRADUATION: CLASS: July 18–29, 2016 | M–F | 8 a.m.–5 p.m. August 2, 2016 August 6, 2016 JOB FAIR: August 2, 2016

Prairie View A&M University GRADUATION:Northwest August 6, 2016Houston Center

9449 Grant Road | Houston, TX 77070 Willowbrook Prairie View A&M University(near Northwest Houston CenterMall)

Questions?

9449 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070 (near Willowbrook Mall)

More than a Job...A New Life!

Questions? www.pvamu.edu/oce • 936-261-2128 • oce@pvamu.edu

www.pvamu.edu/oce • 936-261-2128 • oce@pvamu.edu

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This is an Equal Opportunity Program funded by the Federal Highway Administration.

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