Jobsparx Magazine July 17th Issue by JobSparx

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INSIDE ROBIN RYAN

FEATURED ADVERTISERS

Why job hunters fail

DAVE RAMSEY Paying the “Stupid Tax”

HOUSTON EMPLOYMENT

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p. 02

p. 03

p. 62

63 WOMEN IN WELDING

What Are Soft Skills and Why Are They So Important?

CAREER CALENDAR

HOSPITALITY by Mike Rowe

JULY 17 - JULY 24, 2015

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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.

HANICS

Sign-O

2OOUSO BON

FLEET MAINTENANCE MECHANIC • Heavy duty diesel engine repair exp./refrigerated exp. a plus • Current CDL Class A (or capable of obtaining within 90 days) • Clean driving record • Must have own tools

ROUTE SALES DRIVER • Clean driving record • Veriﬁable driving history

*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. 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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Dean Foods Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/V/H)

FEATURED ADVERTISERS

July 17 - July 24, 2015 • ISSUE 997

PROFESSIONAL SALES

TRANSPORTATION / SKILLED & TRADES

THE SKY IS THE LIMIT.

LOCAL DELIVERY & REGIONAL DRIVERS WITH CLASS A CDL

MERCHANDISERS ™

SALES TEAM We need 3 mor e ter r if ic salespeople to complete our winning sales team. JobSpar x Adver tising Specialist s love to help their client s and love to sell. If you want to make gr eat money, make a dif fer ence, and make jobseeker s’ lives happier, tell us why we should choose you!

Call 832-768-1052 and leave a message that sells us!!

DRAFT LINE CLEANER

OUTSIDE SALES EXCELLENT BENEFITS Health  Dental  Vacation  401K Weekends Off  Home Every Night

WWW.HDCJOBS.COM

281.880.2723 CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION

BASE + 20% COMMISSION – PAID WEEKLY

RELATIONSHIP SALES

FAX RESUME:

GENEROUS TIME OFF • PAID TRAINING • WOMAN-OWNED

281.880.2771

NORTHWEST HOUSTON – 1960/CHAMPIONS AREA

TOMMY@HOUSTONDISTRIBUTING.COM

OR EMAIL:

7100 Highlife Dr. | Houston, TX 77066 Vol. 20 Issue 997 July 17 - July 24, 2015

HOUSTON CAREER EVENTS

CALENDAR JULY 20 - AUGUST 6, 2015 MONDAY, JULY 20 Open Job Lab Houston Public Library 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Library 500 McKinney St. Houston, Texas 77002

TUESDAY, JULY 21 Excel: Beginner Microsoft Office Workshops LSC-CyFair 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 9191 Barker Cypress Rd Cypress, TX

plication-specific skills. Open to the general public and LSCS employees/ students. All workshops are free and no registration is required. Participants will be using Microsoft Office 2013 and Windows 7. Location: LRNC 105.

Complete a job application, work on a resume or prepare for an interview in a relaxed setting. Staff is available for one-on-one help if you need it.

Learn about creating, formatting, printing, and saving documents. Open to the general public and LSCS employees/students. All workshops are free and no registration is required. Participants will be using Microsoft Office 2013 and Windows 7. Location: LRNC 105.

www.lonestar.edu/library/16541. htm

TUESDAY, JULY 21 Networking/Business Development Committee Cy-Fair Chamber of Commerce 8:00 am - 9:00 am Homewood Suites by Hilton Northwest/Cy-Fair 13110 Wortham Center Drive Houston, TX 77065

www.lonestar.edu/library/16541. htm

Held the third Tuesday of each month. Contact Information: Craig Soudelier, Pride Staff 832.604.2255; Pandora Hernandez, Shaklee 832.766.5764

WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 Workshop on Wednesday How to Write a Press Release and Other Media Tips 8:00 am - 9:00 am Pearland Chamber of Commerce The Commerce Center 6117 Broadway St. Pearland, TX 77581

TUESDAY, JULY 21 7:45 Networking Lake Houston Chamber of Commerce 7:45 am - 8:45 am Embody Fitness Center, Studio C2 1574 Kingwood Drive Houston, TX 77339

FREE TO ATTEND! This session will teach local business owners and non-profits the mechanics of writing a good press release. Topics will include writing a good lead sentence, using appropriate quotes, and overall construction of a press release.

Free Networking every Tuesday in Kingwood/Humble.

THURSDAY, JULY 23 After Five Mixer Krave Galveston 2416 Post Office Galveston, TX 77550 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Bring 50+ Business cards to distribute to the group. We are a not-forprofit, grass-roots, non political, non funded, free and fun organization. www.745networking.com TUESDAY, JULY 21 Business After Hours - Tomball Hosted by JK Graphics 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 21931 Kobs Road Tomball, TX 77377 The Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce Presents Business After Hours Hosted by JK Graphics 832-559-8697

FREE! Join us at Krave Galveston for an After Five Mixer! Sponsored by the Galveston Chamber of Commerce. Contact Elizabeth Alvarado ealvarado@galvestonchamber.com TUESDAY, JULY 28 Excel: Intermediate Microsoft Office Workshops LSC-CyFair 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM 9191 Barker Cypress Rd Cypress, TX Learn intermediate (and some advanced) formatting, layout, and ap-

THURSDAY, JULY 30 Houston at Proof Network After Work 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Proof 2600 Travis St. Houston, TX 77006 $$ Attendees make valuable connections with other members of their business community while enjoying different exciting venues including clubs, restaurants, hotels and special event locations. Events attract a diverse mix of up to several hundred professionals from all industries and career levels. RSVP at www.networkafterwork.com/ events/2015-07-30-houston-atproof THURSDAY, JULY 30 Heights Young Professionals July 2015 Networking 5:00 pm Minute Maid Park 501 Crawford St. Houston, TX 77002 Root on the Houston Astros against the division rival Los Angeles Angels. Network with the Heights Young Professionals in the atrium with complimentary appetizers, and wine and beer available. Game ticket and networking space included: $20 members $30 non-members Networking starts at 5pm Game starts at 7:10pm bitly.com/HeightsYoungProfessionals

THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 Skype for Business Presentation & Demonstration 8:00 am - 10:00 am Microsoft Store The Woodlands Mall FREE Skype for Business is a communications and collaboration platform that brings together the familiar experience and a user’s love of Skype with the security, compliance, and control that you’ve come to expect in the workplace. EXCLUSIVE EVENT: the Microsoft Store will be open early for this private event, breakfast will be provided. Register here: http://bitly.com/Skype4Business Kayla Lambert (281)716-1231 klambert@theviagroup.com

ONGOING Robinson-Westchase Library has 5 job labs for the month July 2015— Every Thursday (2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th) at 11:00—We help with job search, applications, resumes, and cover letters in a quiet environment. 3223 Wilcrest Dr. Houston, TX 77042 In NAM’s Community (INC.) holds meetings at 9:00 am on the first and third Monday of every month. A different speaker discusses different subjects each meeting in addition to work group participation and interaction. Well organized north-side meeting with some office services (word processing, laser jet printer, copier, and fax machine) available. Northwest Assistance Ministry 4610 FM 1960 West. Contact Lois Crowley at 583-5627 The WorkFaith Connection is a nonprofit organization that helps men and women begin productive lives through the gift of work. We offer an eight day job readiness workshop. See our ad in JobSparx www.workfaithconnection.org

EMAIL YOUR EVENT TO: CHRISTY@JOBSPARX.COM SPACE AND AVAILABILITY LIMITED.

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PROFESSIONAL

TOGETHER, WE MAKE EXTRAORDINARY.

THE WOODLANDS RESORT IS NOW HIRING Sales Manager Director of Revenue Management

PERKS

& GREAT FULL-TIME BENEFITS

Director of Human Resources

• Full & Part-Time Available • Flexible Schedules • Food & Hotel Discounts • AM& PM Shifts • Fun Workplace

Controller Hospitality IT Manager PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES.

Apply online at WoodlandsResort.com/careers 2301 N. Millbend Dr., The Woodlands, TX 77380 | Contact HR Dept. at 281.364.6430 with any questions

ADMINISTRATIVE / PROFESSIONAL Harris County Emergency Corps

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS

Parkway Place, a Buckner Retirement Community in West Houston has these needs:

Executive Director (FT)

Marketing Director (FT)

Excellent opportunities for excellent people.

Front Desk (PT) Applications may be submitted electronically at

FAX Resumes: 281.759.6404

Or Email Us! jskaria@buckner.org 1321 Park Bayou Dr. Houston, TX 77077

www.hospitalityonline.com Complete a paper application in Human Resources

425 N. Sam Houston Pkwy. E Houston, TX 77060 EEO/AA M/F/V/D

Create/implement strategic marketing and PR plans to increase awareness and drive new business for Harris County Emergency Corps.

See our full listing at jobsparx.com/Administrative-Clerical.html EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: • BA marketing or communications preferred. • Minimum of 3 years of job-related experience. The successful incumbent should have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: • Ability to write reports and business correspondence. • Ability to forecast the operational and capital needs of the Marketing Division and to formulate and budget. • Skills in effective customer service, project management and conflict resolution. • Knowledge of graphic design software, preferably Adobe Design Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.), web design, and data mining. Go to www.hcec.com and fill out the online employment application

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contents

this issue:

ADMINISTRATIVE & CLERICAL

5, 7-9

JOB EVENTS CALENDAR

CLINICAL STUDIES

DISPATCHER

7, 12

FOOD & HOSPITALITY

43-47

GENERAL

38, 41-42, 53-55, 57-61

HEALTHCARE

11-13

CAREER EDUCATION

10, 24, 48, 56, 58,

46 Mike Rowe Hospitality

61-62 PROFESSIONAL

5, 8-9, 11

SALES

3, 7-11, 16, 20

SECURITY

51, 53

SKILLED & TRADES

3, 14 -24

TRANSPORTATION

2, 3, 18, 24-37,64

What Are Soft Skills and Why Are They Important?

about us

JobSparx is Houston’s largest employment magazine and job website. We’ve been one of the best tools for Houston job seekers since 1997. Our weekly magazine and website work in tandem to bring you some of the best job opportunities in Houston. Whether you’re new to the workforce or a seasoned veteran, we’ve got opportunities for you! JobSparx magazine comes out new every Friday. Pick up the latest copy on the free publication rack at the following locations: HEB, Wal-Mart, Fiesta, Whole Foods, Gerland’s, Food Town, select Valero Corner Stores, select restaurants, libraries, major truck stops and hundreds of additional convenient pick up spots around the city.

Robin Ryan: Why Job Hunters Fail

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Dave Ramsey: Paying the “Stupid Tax” ™

63 Jessica Tidwell TIG Welder

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IT / COMPUTER HOUSTON

LEADING MEDICINE

NETWORK ENGINEER I Audio/ Visual

OPEN POSITIONS:

Job Ref:15708 Location: Corporate, Houston, TX 77054 Department: IT/Telecommunications - UC Operations Full-Time: Day Shift Monday- Friday

COLLEGE STATION

Under direct supervision, is responsible for assisting in the installation,

WEB & INFORMATION DESIGNER

testing, analysis and ongoing support of various elements of the Uniﬁed Communications (including Network, VOIP, Network, or

MICROCOMPUTER SPECIALIST I

A/V), to ensure stable network performance. Monitors systems for network status, alerting management of failures or degradation, and assisting in performing corrective action.

(3 POSITIONS)

Troubleshoots networking

and operating systems problems, providing technical assistance

SENIOR AV ENGINEER

and resolution. Knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices

and

procedures

relating

network

technologies.

DALLAS

APPLY ONLINE: http://bit.ly/jobsparx

MICROCOMPUTER SPECIALIST III

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is ﬁrmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

DISPATCHER / MANAGEMENT PULLING YOU TOWARD

THE FUTURE

Apply with Texas A&M

NOW HIRING! Health Science Center: jobs.tamhsc.edu

Extended Stay America has 18 Houston Locations with Part-time & Full-time positions!

SALES

 Housekeeping

2030 Holmes Rd., Houston, TX 77045

DISPATCHERS

• Heavy Haul Trucking Exp. • Bilingual a plus

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance • Paid Vacation

Call Dave Today!

713-383-6200 email: employment@ appletowing.com www.AppleTowing.com

Extended Stay America has 18 Houston locations with Part-time & Full-time positions!

 Guest Services Representatives

INTERNAL POSITION

 Maintenance Technicians

 Night Guest Laundry Attendants

NOWOUTSIDE HIRING! ManagersSALES REPRESENTATIVE  General Managers NOW HIRING Extended Stay America has  Assistant General

ASSISTANT 3 years exp. in outside sales with a service 18 Houston Locations based industry. Bachelor’s Degree is a plus!! GENERAL with Part-time $26K & Full-time positions! $39K Salary + Commission a year! Apply (Salary at -depends MANAGERS on education, experience, etc.)

www.extendedstayameric.com Email Resume:  Housekeeping

GENERAL MANAGERS

 Guest Services Representatives Jason Degge (Sales Manager)

jdegge@dhrtexas.com and/or call: 832.530.5009

 Maintenance Technicians

APPLY ONLINE:

Night Guest Laundry Attendants

www.extendedstayamerica.com 

 Assistant General

 General Managers

Apply at

Managers

EOE

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SALES

Home Furnishing Sales (Self Serve Warehouse)

Chemical Sales Rep Chemical sales person works a field route servicing the chemical needs of existing customers, in addition to calling on potential new customers to drive new business. Ideal candidate should have some sales experience.

ABOUT THE JOB To secure a positive shopping experience for our Customers through the use of effective selling skills and utilization of tools to satisfy customer needs to position IKEA as the best home furnishing store. Part-time positions to be scheduled between 20 to 32 hours per week, requiring 48 hours available to work. This position requires availability to work at least two nights a week as well as 20 hours of availability between Saturdays and Sundays. •High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience required. •Minimum 6-12 months sales experience with a retailer

Apply: http://bitly.com/IkeaJobSparx Company Vehicle & Benefits Package

Email Resume: hr@wet-texas.com OR Fax: 512-389-2008 | wet-texas.com Washing Equipment of Texas, Inc. (W.E.T.) - providing sales & service of car wash & industrial cleaning equipment since 1988!

Subject Line: “Chemical Sales-Houston” | Drug free | EOE

Equal Opportunity Employer / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

SALES

OUTSIDE SALES

EXCELLENT BENEFITS Health  Dental  Vacation  401K Weekends Off  Home Every Night

WWW.HDCJOBS.COM CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION

OR EMAIL:

TOMMY@HOUSTONDISTRIBUTING.COM

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JOB REQUIREMENTS: • • • • •

3 years of related exp. • Provide quality customer service. Able to read & understand construction blueprints Able to perform material & labor takeoffs/estimates. Willing to travel • Valid driver’s license without restrictions. Excellent computer skills & knowledge.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Calling on and selling to General Contractors • Building projects • Working on large maintenance contracts

FAX RESUME:

281.880.2723 281.880.2771

City Service Sales Rep

APPLY NOW:

https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=10069311 Equal Opportunity Employer; M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.

PROFESSIONAL / SALES

An Industrial Staffing Company Providing Tradesman to the Marine & Oil & Gas Industry.

THE SKY IS THE LIMIT.

™

SALES TEAM We need 3 more terrif ic salespeople to complete our winning sales team. JobSpar x Adver tising Specialists love to help their clients and love to sell. If you want to make great money, make a dif ference, and make jobseeker s’ lives happier, tell us why we should choose you!

Call 832-768-1052 and leave a message that sells us!!

BASE + 20% COMMISSION – PAID WEEKLY

RELATIONSHIP SALES

GENEROUS TIME OFF • PAID TRAINING • WOMAN-OWNED NORTHWEST HOUSTON – 1960/CHAMPIONS AREA

SALESPERSON HOUSTON AREA MUST HAVE 5 YRS. EXP.

PERFORMANCE BASED

BONUS Great Benefits 337.528.3120 | 337.515.2038 Email Resumes to hfranklin@hutcoinc.com Vol. 20 Issue 997 July 17 - July 24, 2015

SALES

I WILL TRAIN YOU!!

INBOUND & OUTBOUND

SALES REPRESENTATIVES

I am looking for someone who will take a personal interest in my local business. If you are willing to work hard, follow instructions and can live on an average of $3000 per month until your skills improve, I will train you!

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

We Offer:

$ $

Base Pay + Commission Full Time Long Term Position

60k 80k

Paid Weekly • Paid Training Rapid Advancement • On The Bus Line Medical, Dental & Vision available 401k • Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Cash Bonuses Incredible Incentives 2 Retirement Programs

Several shifts available Bilingual a plus!

If you are teachable and driven, we will match this career against anything you see in this magazine. Call Cynthia Schurter to schedule an interview at:

(832) 510-7463

713.929.0648

5 DAY WORK WEEK - Including Weekends

CAREER ED

Start your career in Business and Professional Services today! Take advantage of our affordable training in high-demand fields and begin your new career in months, not years. Classes start soon. Register now for classes in: • Accounting • Administrative Services • Business Administration • Interpreter Training Technology • Paralegal Studies • Texas Teacher Certification • Wedding Planning Call 281.765.7796 to speak with an admissions representative.

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SALES

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

We have exciting opportunities for people who love the elderly and who are organized and ready for a challenge!

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Hiring ALL Shifts! The Woodlands Park Manor: a leader in the Skilled Nursing/Long Term Care industry is experiencing growth and invites you to join our team of energetic and dedicated professionals.

WE OFFER COMPETITIVE WAGES & BENEFITS PACKAGES. Current opportunities include the following:

Admissions Director If you seek an exciting and new opportunity, bring your energy and enthusiasm to Park Manor.

Job Fair Monday, July 20th 10am - 4pm

7499 Stanwick Houston, TX 77087

PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON AT 1014 Windsor Lakes Blvd â&#x20AC;˘ The Woodlands, TX 77384

(713) 644-8048

email: tw-administrator@healthmarkgroup.com

EOE m/f/d/v

Fax Resume To: 936-273-9530

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HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Park Manor: a leader in the Skilled Nursing/Long Term Care industry is experiencing growth and invites you to join our team of energetic and dedicated professionals.

Parkway Place, a Buckner Retirement Community in West Houston has these needs:

LVN (PRN)

Parkway Place, a Buckner Retirement Community in Houston has these needs: RN/LVNWest Clinical Liaison (FT)

CNA (FT, Day and Evening)

WE OFFER COMPETITIVE WAGES & BENEFITS PACKAGES.

Executive Director (FT)

Current opportunities include the following:

Dietary Aide

Marketing Director (FT) Waitstaff (PT & Occasional)

CNA

Housekeepers (FT) Dietary Aide (PT,

If you seek an exciting and new opportunity, bring your energy and enthusiasm to Park Manor.

Occasional)

Porter/Groundskeeper (FT)

PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON AT 420 Lantern Bend Dr • Houston, TX 77090

FAX Resumes: 281.759.6404 Or Email Us! jskaria@buckner.org

Fax Resume To: 832-249-6501

email: cs-administrator@healthmarkgroup.com

1321 Park Bayou Dr. Houston, TX 77077

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Woodridge Nursing & Rehabilitation is located on Long Point between Bingle and Blalock and situated conveniently in the Spring Branch Community. We are a friendly nursing & rehabilitation facility with a very comfortable atmosphere. We encourage family involvement in all aspects of care.

Woodridge Nursing & Rehabilitation

LICENSED NURSES

and fill out the online employment application

CNA

Professional Service. Progressive Medicine. Preserving Lives.

2 pm – 10 pm: 8 Positions

DIETARY AIDE 1 Position

APPLY IN PERSON:

8:30am - 4:00pm • Monday - Friday

8810 Long Point Rd. • Houston, TX 77055

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911 DISPATCHER &

PARAMEDIC OPENINGS!

Go to www.hcec.com

2 pm – 10 pm Full Time: 2 Positions 6 am – 2 pm: Weekends Only

EMERGENCY CORPS FULL TIME & PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE

NOW HIRING FOR:

713.468.7833

HARRIS COUNTY

EOE

Harris County Emergency Corps is a premier emergency medical services organization committed to preserving lives through clinical excellence, progressive medicine, and professional service.

HARRIS COUNTY EMERGENCY CORPS Special Events Medic Positions Available! HCEC provides first aid and emergency medical services at some of the largest event venues in the Houston area. Join the team to be a part of the most exciting events, concerts and sporting events in Houston. Part-time positions are available for EMTBasics, EMT-Intermediates and EMTParamedics/ Licensed Paramedics.

Apply Online: www.hcec.com/careers Selections will be based on job qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. Harris County Emergency Corps is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and subscribes to a drug-free workplace.

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS The

Westbury Place 5201 S. Willow Dr. Houston, TX 77035

• LVNs / RNs (Full Time) 6am to 2pm & 2pm to 10pm

• CNAs (Full Time) 2pm to 10pm, 10pm to 6am

• CMA (Full Time) 2pm to 10pm

• LVN or RN (Full Time)

•Double Weekend, 6am to 10pm •6am to 2pm, 2pm to 10pm, 10pm to 6am

• Wound Treatment Nurse (Full Time) Monday Thru Friday

• Housekeeping • Laundry • Dietary Aide

SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE: Full-Time Only $750 For CNA’s • $1500 For RN’s We Offer Excellent Beneﬁts

Must have at least 2 yrs. exp. in long term care MUST BRING RESUME

Apply Online @ www.savacareers.com or Call 713-721-0297

Park Manor: a leader in the Skilled Nursing/Long Term Care industry is experiencing growth and invites you to join our team of energetic and dedicated professionals.

Current opportunities include the following:

Social Worker & LVN 2-10 & 10-6 Openings

WE OFFER COMPETITIVE WAGES & BENEFITS PACKAGES. If you seek an exciting and new opportunity, bring your energy and enthusiasm to Park Manor.

Apply in person: 250 School Street • Tomball, TX 77375

Fax Resume To: 281.516.7971

email: tb-administrator@healthmarkgroup.com

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

RNs  LVNs CNAs  CMAs  Dishwashers &Cooks  Housekeeping  Laundry  Monitor/Bed Tech  Maintenance  Social Worker

APPLY in person,

LVN & CNA All Shifts

Certified Medication Aide

via email or fax!

4718 Hallmark Dr. Houston, TX 77056 4141 S Braeswood Blvd. Houston, TX 77025 713.660.5061

Angela.Bryant@houstonretirement.org Must pass a drug test & background check

Apply in person: 23450 Pine Shadows Lane Porter, TX 77365

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SUPERIOR CRAFTSMEN SUPERIOR SERVICES SUPERIOR RESULTS U P S I N D U S T R I A L S E R V I C E S , L LC C O M M I T M E N T TO Q UA L I T Y A N D S A F E T Y U P S I n d u s t r i a l S e r v i c e s wa s fo u n d e d o n t h e b e l i e f t h a t g r e a t c o m p a n i e s a r e b u i l t w i t h g r e a t e m p l oye e s . At t h e h e a r t o f o u r c o m p a ny i s a c o r e g ro u p o f exc e p t i o n a l te c h n i c i a n s s u p p o r te d by s u p e r i o r t r a i n i n g a n d s u p p l i e d w i t h i n d u s t r y l e a d i n g e q u i p m e n t a n d r e s o u rc e s .

PIPING & SPECIALTY WELDING TOWER SERVICES PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROJECT CONTROLS FIELD MACHINING TECHNICAL BOLTING SERVICES VALVE SERVICES EMERGENCY & ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

306 DEERWOOD GLEN DEER PARK, TEXAS 77536

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UPSISJOBS.COM

Fax Resume to: 281-694-6149

SKILLED & TRADES

LECTRUS - a leading electrical systems integrator and custom metal

enclosure designer and manufacturer is presently hiring for the following positions at its Houston, Texas location:

• STRUCTURAL WELDERS

MIG Flux Cored (Must be able to weld all 3 positions)

• STRUCTURAL FITTERS (Must be able to read blueprints)

• ELECTRICIANS

JOB FAIR

Industrial Experience: Skilled in installling electrical systems & equipment in custom metal enclosures

WEDNESDAY

• FABRICATORS (HOUSE ASSEMBLERS)

JULY 22, 2015 9AM - 2PM

APPLY ONLINE & BRING RESUME

Experienced with Sheet Metal enclosure assembly (Must be able to read blueprints & use carpenter tools)

Qualiﬁed candidates may submit their resumes to: grodriguez@lectrus.com or fax to 281.260.5508. Must Apply Online: www.lectrus.com/contact_us/employment.aspx You may also apply in person at:1318 Bammel Rd. - Houston, Texas 77073 EOE SKILLED & TRADES

INSTALLER

JOBS AVAILABLE NOW! STRUCTURAL WELDERS Galveston

WASTEWATER OPERATOR Channelview

to BATH FITTER procedures and to the customer’s satisfaction. • Possess 2+ years of carpentry, trim carpentry, construction or in home renovation experience

• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 100 pounds

Southwest Shipyard

WE OFFER A GREAT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDING: GROUP MEDICAL • DENTAL • LIFE • DISABILITY • 401K

281.860.3200

installation of all BATH FITTER products at the job site according

• Ability to use power tools

BARGE CLEANERS Prior marine experience & TWIC is preferred. Must be able to pass physical and drug screens.

The Installer is responsible for the accurate and professional

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record

MUST HAVE Waste Water license class C or D.

Channelview

Are you an ambassador at heart? Is renovaton a passion of yours? Do you like working with your hands & creating a finished result?

OR FAX RESUME TO:

281.860.3225

18310 Market Street - Channelview, TX 77530

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION We offer competitive pay with benefits, plus we provide specialized training in your trade. In addition, we offer health benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. • Plus merit based compensation • BATH FITTER Vehicle. EOE

A p p l y : w w w . b a t h f i t t e r. c o m / a b o u t / c a r e e r s

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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.

MECHANIC

• Heavy duty diesel engine repair experience/refrigerated experience a plus • Current CDL Class A (or capable of obtaining within 90 days) • Clean driving record • Must have own tools

FLEET MAINTENANCE H EC

A N I CS

ng i S

O O $ 2O S U N BO

ROUTE SALES DRIVER (CLASS B)

• Clean driving record • Veriﬁable driving history

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SKILLED & TRADES

FIELD MACHINIST NEEDED

LEVEL 1-3 ONSITE MACHINING TECHNICIAN WORKSHOP MANUAL/CNC TECHNICIAN WELDING & FABRICATION Passport & International travel required. 401(k) Health Insurance Vacation & Sick Pay

Onsite Paid Training Hourly Rate DOE Overtime Available

NOW HIRING QUALIFIED: Shop Technicians & Field Mechanics Mechanical professionals with training and experience in heavy construction, demolition, and material handling are needed to respond to customer service needs as well as rental fleet maintenance & repair. Positions available for in-shop work and field work. Full time positions. We offer competitive wages, benefits and 401K. •MUST have experience repairing/ maintaining Hydraulic, Mechanical & Electrical on heavy construction equipment. •MUST be able to pass a drug screen & background check

SUBMIT RESUME TO:

CALL: 281.364.0007 FAX RESUME: 281.364.0037 www.slm-onsite.com

Vicki Collins Director of Administration & Human Resources VickiC@clmequipment.com 2815 N. Sam Houston Parkway East Houston, TX 77032 Phone: (337) 837-6693 Fax: (337)-837-3146 www.clmequipment.com

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If you are the BEST We need YOU! Polar Service Centers, a division of Polar Corporation, specializes in the sales and service of tank trailers. Our growth has created an opening for Tank Trailer Mechanics at our HOUSTON & BEAUMONT, TEXAS LOCATIONS.

TANK TRAILER

MECHANICS Tank Trailer Repair Technicians with at least one or more of the following skills: • Mechanical fabrication and repair • Trailer suspension and brake diagnosis & repair • Trailer electrical and air systems • Refined petroleum overfill troubleshooting • Hot products tank insulating and jacketing • Leak detection and repair Other beneficial skills: • Aluminum/Carbon Steel/Stainless Steel, MIG and TIG welding • ASME Code welding • DOT HM183 inspection experience

TOP PAY &

EXCELLENT BENEFITS 401k • Employee Assistance Paid Vacation & Holidays Call Jannelle at JobSparx to apply:

281-440-7733 Extension 113

This is your opportunity to be part of this dynamic growth industry, with the leader in Trailer Service, Trailer Manufacturing, and Trailer Components. Drug screen, background check, valid DL and physical required for employment. Vol. 20 Issue 997 July 17 - July 24, 2015

ELSIE’S TEAM

NEEDS YOU

EOE/M/F/V/D

NORTH HOUSTON Diesel Fleet MECHANIC Route Sales DRIVERS

CONROE Filler Machine OPERATOR Raw Milk RECEIVER Lab TECHNICIAN

LUMBERTON / BEAUMONT Route Sales DRIVERS

EXCELLENT SALARY & BENEFITS Vol. 20 Issue 997 WWW.BORDENDAIRY.COM Click on careers July 17 - July 24, 2015 online: 18 Apply

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Your New Career Starts here!

JOB FAIR!

Saturday, August 1st 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

GREAT

PAY

Kashmere 5700 Eastex Freeway

Houston, TX 77026

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus* for Bus Operators holding a CDL with Passenger Endorsement! *Sign-on incentive applies to qualified applicants hired between 4/20/15 and 9/30/15

Licensed Plumbers Sub Arc Welders Manual Machinists Bodyman

for ﬁber glass repairs

Send resumes to:

LoneStarTemp@jobsparx.com

Bring in this ad to apply in person: 1066 Federal Rd. Houston, TX 77015 713-453-5700

• FT Bus Operator Trainee $15.00/hr. • Lic. Maint. Mechanic Electrician $22.90/hr. • Light Rail Train Operator Trainee $15.00/hr. • Cleaner (Bus) Maintenance $9.81/hr. • Collision Repair “A” $22.90/hr. • Support Vehicles (Auto) Mechanic • Transit Bus Repair “A” (Heavy Diesel Mechanic) $22.90 /hr.

• METRO Bus Mechanic •T-Truck Wrecker Operator $22.90/hr.

Benefits of Working at Metro Competitive Pay • Wage Progression • Life Insurance •Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance • Retirement and Savings Plan Education Assistance (Non-Union)• Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays• Employee Assistance Program• Wellness Programs Advancement Opportunities• Free Transportation for Employees & Spouses•BilingualaPlus•BilingualIncentivePayforBusOperators

Apply Online: RideMETRO.org or Call: 713-739-4953 for additional information.

METRO HUMAN RESOURCE

1900 Main Street P.O. Box 61429 Houston, TX 77208-1429

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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS to help our associates produce book fairs to provide kids with the books they want to read.

Experience with Warehouse management systems, Order Picker, Stand Up Reach Truck and Shipping & Receiving a MUST. FULL TIME POSITION • Medical, dental and vision benefits • Paid time off • 401K • Generous 50% off discount on Scholastic merchandise Come support our mission to encourage reading and promote lifelong learning and demonstrate our values of caring and respect for all people.

APPLY ONLINE:

www.scholastic.com/sbfjobs

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Scholastic Book Fairs believes that diversity leads to strength. EOE/AA/H/V/DFWP

SKILLED & TRADES Over 45 Years of

Professional

Cleaning Services

Full Time & Part Time Positions Available

• Day Porters & General Cleaners - Limpiadores generales • Floor Techs - Tecnicos de Piso • Supervisors & Team Leaders - Supervisores • Project Managers - Gerentes de proyecto Experience a plus but willing to train. Estamos dispuestos a entrenar.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older Must pass criminal background check & drug screen

Consolidated Aviation Services

FULL TIME & PART TIME

GSE MECHANICS NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Must be able to work a flexible schedule:

Nights, Weekends & Holidays Warehouse and Ramp Operations Experience is a Plus • Must be at least 18 years of age Able to pass a background check as well as a drug screening

Apply Online: www.casusa.com or Come in to fill out an application:

Please apply in person with Human Resources located at:

110 Fargo, Houston, Texas 77006 For more information call: 832-201-6036 Para más información llame a Denise: 832-713-2302

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19115 Lee Rd. Building C - Suite 220 Humble, TX 77338

Call: 281-973-7816

281-973-7814

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DIESEL TRUCK

MECHANICS

A/C TECHS Air conditioning company over 45 years old seeking one or two top-notch AIR CONDITIONING TECHNICIANS. Must be able to pass journeyman test, drug screen, and background check. We offer top pay depending on test scores and years of experience. We also have a good benefits package including up to 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, Christmas bonus and more.

NEEDED IN HOUSTON,TX Apply in person at Salem NationaLease 6150 Lumberdale Road, Houston, TX 77092 OR Call: 713.630.8293

www.salemleasing.com

We require a minimum 2 years experience, your own tools, good driving & work history. CDL is preferred.

WE PROVIDE EXCELLENT PAY & BENEFITS

See what it’s like to work in a job with a friendly atmosphere, with policies involving honesty and growth.

Apply in person at 1315 Holland Rd. Houston, TX 77029 Any questions, call Ron at 713.562.8010

TX LICENSED

ELECTRICAL

APPRENTICES

Taking applications for Texas licensed electrical apprentices with 2 yrs commercial electrical experience. MUST HAVE Valid Texas drivers license, Texas electrical apprentice card and have own tools. Others need not apply.

Leggi

ELECTRIC COMPANY

CALL

713.644.2051 SKILLED & TRADES

SHIP SUPERINTENDENT IMMEDIATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE! The qualified candidate should have 2 years stevedoring/container operations experience (preferred) and be responsible for all aspects of the stevedoring operations to include:

• Planning for the support of all marine operations and developing vessel load/unload plans. • Accounting for the receipt, stowage and discharge of all cargo/containers. • Supervising vessel loading and unloading operations. • Planning for staffing and equipment requirements. • Completing all documentation of vessel operations. • Terminal operations This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate seeking to advance their career. We offer excellent compensation based on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefit plan including employer-paid health insurance. Interested candidates should submit resume and salary history (required) to:

klatta@ceresglobal.com

2030 Holmes Rd., Houston, TX 77045

PULLING YOU TOWARD THE FUTURE

MECHANICS

WORK ON TRUCKS, SERVICE CARS & MORE!

12 HR WORK SHIFTS 6AM - 6PM OR 8AM-8PM W/OVERTIME AVAILABLE! • Full time position (60 hrs per week min.) • Diesel Exp. a plus - but not required • Have verifiable past employment • Must pass drug test & background check • Must have verifiable past employment

BENEFITS: MEDICAL INSURANCE • PAID VACATION Call Dave H. (General Manager)

713-383-6200 Pre-employment drug testing and background check are required.

www.appletowing.com

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QC Manager & QC Inspector for Pressure Vessel Fabricator

5 Yrs Min. Experience CWI Required North Houston

Please send resume including salary requirements to:

PO BOX 1327 • Humble TX. 77347 OR Email: spmahcsed@aol.com

WWW.TUNGSTENSTAFFINGINC.COM

-CONSTRUCTION W/ CONCRETE EXP.

-DOCK DRIVERS w/cdl -GENERAL LABORERS -TWIC CARD HOLDER -FIRE WATCH

TWIC CARD BASIC PLUS & 3M FIT TEST A PLUS

-INDUSTRIAL FORKLIFT OPERATORS

713.454.0472 11430 East Fwy #360 • Jacinto City, TX 77029

SKILLED & TRADES

3 Shifts Available • Machine Operators

• Quality Checkers

• Shipping/Receiving

• Maintenance

w/ forklift experience

WE ARE HAVING A JOB FAIR! Friday, July 24th, 2015 9 am - 3 pm

Assemblers | Crew Leaders | Warehouse | CDL Drivers We offer health insurance, vacation, 401K and much more. Must have manufacturing experience

1st & 2nd shift

5525 Brittmoore Rd. • Houston, TX 77041 We will be waiting for you.

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• Sanitation 3rd shift

Starting Pay $10 • Located near I-10 and 610 West

CALLTODAY! 713.934.9999 Must Bring:

Valid Driver License or State ID ‒ Social Security Card Resume ‒ Direct Deposit Info ALL Candidates will be drug tested and background checks completed when you arrive.

Please wear interview attire No friends, family, children

We look forward to meeting you.

APPLY ONLINE TODAY AT mydssjobs.com

SKILLED & TRADES

TRACTOR TRAILER MECHANIC (CHASSIS MECHANIC II)

JOB OPENING GUIDELINES

INDUSTRIAL REFRIGERATION MECHANIC I

• All applicants must apply online at jacintoport.com/careers. • Employment applications will be considered active while the specific job is open and if the applicant has not been disqualified. • We do not review incomplete applications, or accept oral employment interest. • Drug testing & criminal background check required. • Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability or any other basis protected by applicable law.

INDUSTRIAL REFRIGERATION MECHANIC II

For a more detailed job description

& to apply please go to:

TOP LOADER OPERATOR LONGSHORE WORKER I MECHANIC ASSISTANT

Jacintoport is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Disability & Veterans.

WWW.JACINTOPORT.COM/CAREERS or call our job hotline at 713.821.7395 16398 Jacintoport Boulevard, Houston, TX 77015

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SKILLED & TRADES

LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT JOB?

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE: in the North, East, and SW Houston! areas!

TRANSPORTATION

RELIABLE & EXPERIENCED DRIVERS

APPLY NOW!

• GENERAL LABOR • PRODUCTION • SHIPPING/RECEIVING Health Beneﬁts • Holiday Pay • Vacation Pay • 401k

people • partnerships • possibilities

We accept applications Mon. - Thurs. 9-11 am & 1-3 pm

Please contact us for more information.

11841 Wilcrest |Houston, TX 77031 Oﬃce: 281.921.1624 CAREER EDUCATION

CITY & AIRPORT

DRIVERS With CDL Minimum 2 yrs. exp.

No Felonies

LEARN HOW TO EARN

$18 – $35 an hour at a Construction site Upcoming Classes:

NCCER100 HR CSST TRAINING CLASS NCCER SCAFFOLD TRAINING CLASS NEW! OHST & CHST WORKSHOP NEW! Call to register today!

CLASSES START SEPT 8th, NOV 2ND, CSST Mini Dec 1 Thru Dec 18 Instructor led | Materials provided Call (281) 884-8940 www.IHS-CS.com

2318 Center St. #111 | Deer Park, TX 77536

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APPLY IN PERSON: 15550 Export Plaza Dr. Houston, TX 77032

CALL PETE:

281-442-1094 Pete@LandAirExpress.com BIG PAY!

HIRING IMMEDIATELY! PAID HOLIDAYS PAID VACATIONS AFTER 1stYEAR

DRIVERS RECEIVE COMPANY PAID INSURANCE

TRANSPORTATION

DRY VAN DRIVERS HOUSTON AREA 25 YEARS OR OLDER • 2 YEARS DRIVING EXPERIENCE

EMPLOYER PAID INSURANCE:

CONTACT: (979)-742-3454 jasonturner77@ymail.com

•100% Life, medical, Dental, and Vision •$.40 per mile •$12.00 Per hour detention after first 2 hours •72 mile hour trucks

3,000 Sign-On $

CLASS A CDL DRIVERS NEEDED

BONUS

TRANSPORTATION

CLASS A

PULLING YOU TOWARD

CDL

THE FUTURE

2030 Holmes Rd., Houston, TX 77045

TOW TRUCK OPERATORS Now accepting applications for an experienced H/D towing and recovery operator.

• Preferred Class A CDL • Must pass DOT drug test & physical • Veriﬁable past employment • Must qualify for TDLR, TWIC, City of Houston Wrecker badge for all driving positions

DISPATCHERS

• Heavy Haul Trucking Experience • Bilingual a plus

BENEFITS: Medical Insurance • Paid Vacation Call Dave today!

713-383-6200 www.AppleTowing.com

OTR LONG HAUL TEXAS BASED DRIVERS Company Drivers earn up to 45¢ per mile Late Model Freightliners

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

713.674.2076 SGT 2000 Motor Freight, Inc. SIGN ON & REFERRAL

BONUS! Vol. 20 Issue 997 July 17 - July 24, 2015

TRANSPORTATION

Wanted in Houston

EXPERIENCED

DRIVERS

Local Haul Home Every Evening 40+ Hours per Week Safety Incentive Package

CLASS A CDL

• Must be 21 years old • 1 year experience • Clean driving record • Able to pass a DOT physical & drug test

TRAILER Equal Opportunity Employer

MIXER

Apply in person at: 430 Airtex Dr. • Houston, TX 77073 • 281-209-1811 TRANSPORTATION POSITIONS OPEN FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE! At Bush Intercontinental Airport

ON SITE JOB FAIR EVERY

WEDNESDAY! 9am to 3pm • During the month of July. See Address Below

LAVATORY SERVICE DRIVERS

• Responsible for servicing various aircraft lavatory & water systems • Comply with all safety, security, compliance & quality standards • Valid TX DL is MANDATORY • Must be at least 21 yrs old

Must be able to pass a criminal background check. Must be 18 years old • HS Diploma or GED • Have current ID Must have Social security card & authorization to work in the USA.

APPLY IN PERSON

18455 Viscount Rd. Bldg. #9 Houston Texas 77032

OR CALL FOR INFO:

281.219.9300

We have moved! See us at our new address above, effective Monday 7/20.

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SUCCESSFUL DRIVERS START HERE

EXPERIENCED

DRIVERS CLASS A CDL

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS IN HOUSTON!

EARN TOP DOLLAR & GREAT BENEFITS. Regional  Flatbed  Dry Van  Refrigerated Local & Regional Routes Hazmat & TWIC Card Preferred But Not Required Must have 1 year experience.

CALL 713.781.0948 OR APPLY ONLINE: www.transforce.com

Must pass background check & pre-employment drug screen

TRANSPORTATION

Owner Operators!

COMPANY DRIVERS FOR DRY BULK TANKERS

w/TWIC and Hazmat/Tank Endorsement

To staff current and newly arrived equipment

$5,000

Sign-On Retention

Bonus!

$ 6,000.

SIGN ON BONUS & FUEL SURCHARGE PAID National Tank/ Truck Carrier seeking qualiﬁed

Owner Operators

* Eligibility requirements must be met

Home Every Night • Local Runs • Excellent Benefits

Class A CDL required. 1 year recent verifiable tractor trailer exp. required. Only safe drivers with excellent MVR & PSPscore will be considered.

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

for Bulk Chemical Hauling.

Clean CDL & TWIC Hazmat / Tank Endorsement required for regional & OTR work. 281.941.4253 x5008 or 1.877.652.6437

St.

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Nav

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Blvd .

Mcfa

CALL TODAY

Industrial Way

6203 Industrial Way Houston, TX 77011

DMOFFETT@LANGERTRANSPORT.COM

LANGER

FOR MORE INFO, CALL STACEY:

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TRANSPORTATION

DELIVERY DRIVERS full-time: SUV, VAN or pickup WEEKLY PAY

+ FUEL SURCHARGE

ASK ABOUT OUR NEW

Delivery Driver Requirements • Vehicles with V-6 are preferred but not required. • Must have own vehicle all types accepted. • Vehicles must be 2005 or newer. • Must know Houston Metro area. • Must read and write English.

Call Today to learn about our pt bobtail &

Stake Bed

jobs

DELIVERY DRIVERS WAREHOUSE Drivers must have 2 years experience and a clean driving record.

Hourly Pay with OT paid weekly. • Compensation Background check and drug test for all positions.

For more information call: Or fax resume to Mary: 281.931.4700 ext. 127 281.931.4730

Apply in Person: 8am - 2pm • Mon-Fri

7801 N. Shepherd #107 Houston TX 77088

TRANSPORTATION

MORE THAN JUST A

Looking to hire

COOL JOB.

Company Drivers Class a cdl for Houston

Houston-based Goodman Global, Inc. is the largest domestic unit manufacturer of heating, venti-

FREE HEALTH BENEFITS • 401K - PAID TIME OFF must have clean dot drug screen & pass background check.

Ask

About our

driver

incentives

lation and air conditioning products for residential and lightcommercial products

competitive

pay WITH INCENTIVES

281-436-0378

Goodman’s

predominantly

marketed under the Goodman®, Amana® and Quietflex® brand names, and are sold through company-operated and independent distribution networks with more than 700 total distribution points throughout North America.

ASK FOR FLEET MANAGER

use.

are

IMMEDIATE NEEDS FOR:

LOCAL TRUCK DRIVERS TO APPLY FOR POSITIONS ABOVE: VISIT

www.careersatgoodman.com

toplogisticssafetydept@toplogistics.com or apply in person:

7306 South Lake HoustoN Texas 77049

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Wanted

OWNER OPERATORS & FLEET OWNERS 1000 Sign-On Bonus $

1000

Yearly Anniversary Bonus

Owner Operator package includes: Plate Program • Liability Insurance Paid Cargo Insurance Paid • Injury Insurance Available • 100% FSC to Truck • Fuel Discounts

FLATBED

Local / Regional

DRY VAN Regional / OTR

QUALIFICATIONS:

Good MVR, No Felonies in last 5 years TWIC Required for local ﬂatbed work Paid Weekly • Direct Deposit Available Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long Term Disability Available

SAFETY BONUS QUARTERLY & YEARLY .01 PER MILE

REFERRAL BONUS: $500

CALL MARTHA

281-440-7733 Vol. 20 Issue 997 July 17 - July 24, 2015

UALIFIED Q , D E C N IE R E P EX

S R E V I R D NEEDED

NOW

Qualifications:

• Age 23 years or older • Provide Previous 10 yr. employment history in detail • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License • Min. 2 yrs. verifiable driving exp.over the past 3 yrs. 1 yr. tractor minimum, 2nd year can be Class B • Clean Motor Vehicle Record for past 5 yrs. • Pass Federal background check • Pass a pre-employment DOT Physical and drug test (performed at company expense) • Pass a company administered driving test

SIGN ON BONUS! 200 paid @ hire 400 paid @ 90 days $ 400 paid @ 180 days $

Full-time drivers needed for Southern Mail Service to transport the US Mail. • Local routes • Paid by the hour • Generally, home daily but some out of town assignments are possible.

Hourly Pay • 10 Paid Holidays per year • Accrue Vacation Hours 401A plan • 401K plan • Health Insurance Ask for Ken or James.

APPLY ONLINE at www.southernmail.com APPLY IN PERSON between 9am - 4pm, Monday - Friday 3405 Aldine Bender • Houston, TX “This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, Vol. 20 Issuestatus 997 or disability.” protected veteran

July 17 - July 24, 2015

Lhoist supplies lime & mineral products into many major industries including steel, building, civil engineering, glass, agriculture, paper, chemical, mining, & environmental protection.

CDL A TANKER TRUCK DRIVERS WE OFFER: The success of our company is the direct result of the experience, skills and contribution of each of our employees.

• Competitive Compensation Program

Lhoist North America offers a competitive compensation program based on market trends & a comprehensive beneﬁts package. We continually provide our employees with training programs to enhance and improve their existing skills.

• Full beneﬁts package: 401K, Savings Plan, Vacation, Holidays

• Work/Family balance: Home at night

• Day 1 Medical / Dental Insurance Beneﬁts

Qualiﬁed applicants may Apply Online at www.lhoist.com Or Apply in person at any of our area locations: 801 N. 16th Street | La Porte, TX 77571 5710 County Road 521| Arcola, TX 77583 & 11236 FM 529 | Houston, TX 77041

EOE/M/F/D/V

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TRANSPORTATION

Your New Career Starts here! METRO HUMAN RESOURCE

1900 Main Street P.O. Box 61429 Houston, TX 77208-1429

JOB FAIR! Saturday, August 1st 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Kashmere 5700 Eastex Freeway

Houston, TX 77026

Benefits of Working at Metro

LOCAL DELIVERY & REGIONAL DRIVERS WITH CLASS A CDL

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

Apply Online: RideMETRO.org or

MERCHANDISERS DRAFT LINE CLEANER

Call: 713-739-4953

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus*

for Bus Operators

holding a CDL with Passenger Endorsement!

for additional information.

TRANSPORTATION

OUTSIDE SALES NOW HIRING

EXCELLENT BENEFITS Health  Dental  Vacation  401K Weekends Off  Home Every Night

Must be able to work a ﬂexible schedule

WWW.HDCJOBS.COM

Monday - Friday / 9AM - 3PM 18950 Colonel Fischer Dr. Houston, TX 77032

281.880.2723 FAX RESUME:

OR EMAIL:

TOMMY@HOUSTONDISTRIBUTING.COM

7100 Highlife Dr. | Houston, TX 77066

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Benefits In 90 Days. Lunch and Parking Provided Uniform Provided

APPLY IN PERSON

CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION

281.880.2771

Drivers

OPEN 24/7 365 days a year!

EMAIL RESUME

Rebecca.Barrios@lsgskychefs.com Patricia.Cardenas@lsgskychefs.com All must apply at our location or submit a resume to our office for review. Must pass Criminal Background check & Drug Test.

COME HELP BUILD A SUSTAINABLE WORLD The Argos ready mix team is hiring drivers at multiple locations to join our team and help us build a sustainable world. • A or B CDL • Competitive hourly rates • Weekly safe load bonus • Annual performance bonus • Excellent benefits, including 401k • Must be at least 25 years of age • Full-time positions • Two years commercial driving experience preferred

Call 713-273-2700 or visit closest location for more information. www.argos-us.com

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“THERE ARE SO MANY HAPPY DRIVERS AT SCHNEIDER.”

TEAM AND SOLO WORK COMPANY DRIVERS AND OWNER-OPERATORS TUITION REIMBURSEMENT | PAID ORIENTATION AND TRAINING MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE | 401(K) WITH COMPANY MATCH VETERANS: EARN AN EXTRA $1,146/MONTH WITH THE MILITARY APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

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KIESHA

Schneider driver

EOE M/F/D/V

VAN OVER-THE-ROAD VAN REGIONAL TANKER INTERMODAL DEDICATED

TRANSPORTATION

got

endorsement?

combination of:

Regional • OTR

COMPANY DRIVERS EARN UP TO $80K Multiple Bonus Programs! • 2012-2015 Assigned Tractors • Automatic Transmissions • E-Logs

OWNER OPERATORS EARN UP TO $225K

67% Line-Haul • 100% Fuel Surcharges • Company Files & Pays IFTA Taxes • No Deductions for Bobtail Liability or Workers Comp

DRIVER REQUIREMENTS

CDL-A with X endorsement • TWIC Card • Minimum 22 years old

VACATION & HOLIDAY PAY, 401 K, HEALTH / VISION / DENTAL / LIFE INSURANCE

877-SVTN-JOB (877-788-6562)

7900 Almeda Genoa Rd www.svtn.com Houston, TX 77075 TRANSPORTATION

TANK HAULERS

Company Drivers Needed - Regional & Local Work

NOW

is the time to make your move to a better future.

Call:1.210.648.3604 Visit our website: www.reynoldsnw.com

GREAT BENEFITS!

Now is the right time to make your move for a better future! If you’re looking for a better well established, local trucking company with new equipment and 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 and 1 year recent driving experience.

• Great sign on Bonus and Quarterly Bonus available • Life Insurance Provided • Holiday & Vacation Pay!! • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans Provided!!!! • Top Driver of 2015 gets new pickup truck

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!!! Vol. 20 Issue 997 July 17 - July 24, 2015

PAY

INCREASE aft er completion of training.

Hiring

Drivers Part Time & Full Time Positions

CLASS C DRIVERS LICENSE NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED RETENTION BONUS PAID TRAINING Competitive Wages Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits Potential to Earn Bonuses Paid Vacation

APPLY IN PERSON

3920 North Freeway (I-45 at Crosstimbers)

Call

(713) 699-0560 ext. 19307 Bring this ad in with you when applying.

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TRANSPORTATION

company drivers & owner operators Local & Regional

Tankers&flatbeds class a cdl â&#x20AC;˘ clean driving record 2 yrs verifiable driving experience CALL BILLY FOR MORE INFORMATION

www.TroutTrucking.com

713-673-2900 722-B McCarty Rd. | Houston, TX 77029

TRANSPORTATION

1-800-765-3952 TX Owner Operators & Fleet Drivers Or Drive for one of our fleet owners!

Down

Lease Purchase Program If Qualified for Parkway, Then No Credit Check.

2,800-3,000 Miles Per Week

Parkway Premium Pay REQUIREMENTS: CDL- Class A, 1 Year OTR Experience Required,Texas Only Runs Available www . parkwaytransportinc . com Vol. 20 Issue 997 July 17 - July 24, 2015

GENERAL POSITIONS OPEN FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE! At Bush Intercontinental Airport

ON SITE JOB FAIR EVERY

WEDNESDAY!

Join Our Team!

9am to 3pm • During the month of July. See Address Below

PASSENGER SERVICE AGENTS Baggage Handlers • Wheel Chair Agents • Electric Cart Drivers

• Required to lift, stand, push & pull • Maintain effective communication & diverse working relationships with passengers, coworkers & managers.

LAVATORY SERVICE DRIVERS

Must be able to pass a criminal background check. Must be 18 years old • HS Diploma or GED • Have current ID Must have Social security card & authorization to work in the USA.

APPLY IN PERSON

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CSC is the premier provider of crowd management, security and guest services for the entertainment and sporting event industries. CSC offers opportunity and excitement as well as the training and support necessary to succeed!

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Houston-based Goodman Global, Inc. is the largest domestic unit manufacturer of heating, ventilation and air conditioning prod-

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BILINGUAL FIELD INTERVIEWERS

RAND Survey Research Group is currently recruiting experienced and entry-level Bilingual Field Interviewers to work on a study of newlyweds in Harris County, Texas. The Project aims to understand the factors that help determine marital longevity.

This is a part-time, temporary position. Recruits will be asked to work 15-20 hours per week. The project is expected to last 2-3 years. Pay is $17 per hour for bilingual interviewers ($16 per hour for monolingual interviewers).

For more information and to apply please visit www.rand.org/jobs. Click on “Find a Job” then “Advanced Search”. In the Job Opening ID ﬁeld, reference Job ID# 4121.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GENERAL

Resumes must be received by the close of business on Monday, August 3rd 2015 to be considered.

MANAGEMENT

Family-Owned Distributor

in Northwest Houston is currently seeking a

WAREHOUSE ORDER SELECTOR FULL TIME - WEEKDAYS DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE • Pulling product from stocked rack shelving system to build customer orders • Stocking inventory & building orders in a freezer/cold storage • Operating an electric pallet jack or forklift • Packaging and wrapping outbound shipments SKILLS REQUIRED • 3+ years work exp. in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment • High level of attention to details • Strong work ethic, positive attitude, works well with others • Repetitive lifting; capable of lifting a minimum of 50lbs. independently, without restrictions Competitive wages based on experience. Will train the right person! BACKGROUND CHECK & DRUG TEST REQUIRED

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GENERAL

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What Are Soft Skills & Why Are They So Important?

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If you are entering the job market for the first time, you already know that the technical skills you possess are vital to your success. Whether you are seeking employment as a scientist or a computer programmer, potential employers will want to be sure you have the training and education needed to get the job done with a minimum of additional training. What many job seekers do not realize is that so-called soft skills can be just as vital to success. The ability to work effectively with all kinds of people and interface with different departments is an essential part of any job. A research scientist will need to call upon her soft skills when making a presentation to the marketing department, whereas a computer programmer will need plenty of people skills when interviewing end users and working with the department managers who are testing his code. While the ability to get along with other people and see things from their perspective are two of the most important soft skills for job seekers, they are not the only attributes employers look for. There are a number of other soft skills workers need to master to get the jobs they want and succeed once they are hired. Some of the most important soft skills for modern job seekers include:

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A STRONG WORK ETHIC employers need workers who are willing to work hard to help the company succeed. Even if they do not say anything, bosses notice when you are the ﬁrst to the oﬃce every

By: B.E. Conrad

morning and the last to leave every night. They also notice who shows up just in time to beat the clock and sprints out the door at quitting time. LOYALTY - loyal employees are the key to success for businesses, and they need to know the people they hire will put the needs of the firm first. A company is only as good as its workers, and smart managers know that - and reward their most loyal employees. You do not have to be a yes-man or yeswoman to get a promotion, but understanding the longterm goals of the company and working toward them is one of the best ways to move up the corporate ladder. PERSEVERANCE -- successful people never give up; they are able to stick to the project even when the going gets tough. It is easy to get discouraged, but learning to work through difficulties is a critical part of success. From Bill Gates and Steve Jobs to Milton Hershey and Walt Disney, the most successful entrepreneurs in history suffered a string of

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We are seeking licensed

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Hospitality

By Mike Rowe Originally published April 22, 2015

“...it occurred to me that the most interesting people never seem to know what they’ll do next. All they really know, is how to work, how to lead, how to laugh, and how to keep the lights on. And the successful ones know something else – they understand that to run a business, you’re always open – no matter what the Vol.sign 20 Issue 997says.”

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quick word if I may, in defense of hospitality, customer service, and hope for the species.

after that we were demolishing a delicious meal at the bar. Then, the owner showed up.

Last night, after a four-hour drive from Quitaque to Abilene, the crew and I were equal parts ravenous and exhausted. By the time we checked in to another Holiday Inn, the only place in town still open was The Taylor County Taphouse. According to Yelp, they serve dinner till midnight all week long. In reality, The Taylor County Taphouse closes at 10pm on Tuesdays, which made our arrival at approximately 10:15 completely useless and utterly heartbreaking.

I meet a lot of people in my line of work, and most of them have a story worth telling. Josh Robinson has several. He grew up on a local farm and spent the first part of his life working for his Dad, bringing in the four hundred acres of wheat and praying for rain, just as his folks have been doing since 1941. Then he went off to Texas Tech to study biochemistry.

The remaining staff was very polite, but told us the kitchen was completely shut down, and gestured to the many chairs behind them, all of which were upside down on the table tops. After confirming zero dining alternatives in the immediate vicinity, they offered to serve us some beer, which was very kind, but I told them our last meal was ten hours and three hundred miles ago, and that I was in fear of my life, as the crew was staring at me in a way that conjured up thoughts of The Donner Party. So a server named Keith asked us to wait a moment, and found the manager – a guy named Tim – who glanced at my emaciated team and called the owner at home – a guy named Josh – who apparently took pity. Tim reopened the kitchen, and invited us to take a seat at the bar. I went back in the kitchen to express my gratitude, and met the rest of the staff, who had been seconds away from going home after a long shift of their own. Instead, they put their aprons back on, and got busy making our dinner. Two minutes later we were enjoying the aforementioned barley and hops, and twenty minutes

Naturally, a career in medicine led to a career in music, which led to owning and operating a recording studio in Dallas. That got put on hold though when the economy crapped the bed, and left the family farm in a serious bind. So Josh hit the reset button one more time, pulled up stakes, and returned to Abilene three years ago. His first year back, there was no rain. They lost the entire crop. Second year, same thing, thanks to a major freeze. Then his Dad, Leland, broke his hip and things got very dicey. Josh worked round the clock, and happily, the weather finally cooperated. This years crop made it to harvest, but it was a near thing. Josh needed a way to add a little stability to the family business, so he built The Taphouse from the ground up. Why not, right? He mastered Autocad and designed the whole thing himself. He built out the interior with reclaimed wood from surrounding barns, and hired a few dozen people to see if a nonchain restaurant could find a toehold just off the highway. Oh – and just to keep things interesting, he had a baby girl a few months ago.

HOSPITALITY

I’ve always believed that farmers have the hardest job on the planet. With the possible exception of running a restaurant. Josh does both, and a good deal more as well. As I listened to his story, it occurred to me that the most interesting people never seem to know what they’ll do next. All they really know, is how to work, how to lead, how to laugh, and how to keep the lights on. And the successful ones know something else – they understand that to run a business, you’re always open – no matter what the sign says. Which is a long way of saying, next time you’re in Abilene, check out The Taylor County Taphouse, and give my regards to the gang. (Preferably before 10.) Mike

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CON’T FROM P. 42 failures before hitting it big. DEDICATION - dedication to the success of the project, and the company, is an essential skill for both job seekers and employees. You can bet your boss is watching the team and silently assessing which workers are truly dedicated to success and which ones are content to coast through each project. POSITIVE ATTITUDE - no one like dealing with negativity all the time; an employee who brings a positive attitude to the workplace is an asset to any company. A negative attitude will get you nowhere a can-do attitude can take you to the top. GOOD TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS -- there are only a limited number of hours in the day, and the most successful employees know how to make the most of every minute. Keeping a calendar, setting reminders and breaking complex tasks down into simpler components are all valuable time management skills all workers should learn. STRONG COMMUNICATION ABILITIES - employers need people who can communicate eﬀectively with coworkers, customers and colleagues; that includes both written and verbal communication. Good communicators know how to talk to colleagues, managers and subordinates. They know how to get their point across clearly and concisely, and they know when to follow up. TEAMWORK - the ability to work as part of a team is an essential skill in the modern workplace; employees need workers who can get along with their fellow team members and work toward a shared goal. No company can succeed

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JOB FAIR without the dedication of all its workers, and that is where teamwork comes into play. Just as baseball team cannot win without great pitching and great hitting, no company can succeed without the combined talents of the entire workforce. PROBLEM SOLVING employers need people who can think on their feet and solve problems on their own. Successful employees learn to look at complex problems from all sides to make solving them easier. They also learn to break down complex projects into simpler components. SELF-CONFIDENCE - a selfconfident attitude is an essential skill for job seekers; strong self-confidence helps job seekers project the right attitude to get the job and make the most of every opportunity once they have the position. Self-confidence does not mean arrogance - it means believing in yourself and trusting in your abilities. FLEXIBILITY - the business world is always changing, and employees need to change with it; businesses are looking for workers who can readily adapt to change as it happens. Nothing is permanent in the world of business, but the best leaders know that every new challenge is really an opportunity in disguise. The ability to do your job and do it well is an essential part of career success, but soft skills can be just as critical. Understanding why these skills are so important and how to improve them is one of the best ways to improve your standing at the office.

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ASK DIANA Q: I was just reading your column in the Magazine of Houston. This is way interesting. I have a couple of questions: I was born here in the USA, but my parents are from Venezuela. When I was 9 years old, we went back to Venezuela, & I lived there until recently. I graduated from University in Venezuela with a Milling Engineer degree in 2013. I now live in Houston & am trying to find a job. I’ve been applying over & over, but I don’t receive any response. As you can see by my resume, I worked for many years in Venezuela, but I haven’t worked in the US, and I need something soon. I graduated 2 years ago & the jobs I’ve seen require years of experience. I really don’t know which engineering position is the right one for me to apply. I’m bilingual Spanish-English. I would appreciate any tips & hope you can guide me in this. I’ve attached my resume, & if you can make any suggestions, it would be great.

document. In addition, you do not give your tenure at each company or how long you were in each position. There are many grammatical mistakes, and it lacks clarity. This is the kind of resume that gets deleted. If you are relying on it to open doors, you need to revamp it. Your email to me was in all caps. If you send that to a hiring manager, you will be ignored because typing in all caps is considered rude and is perceived as yelling or screaming. I have worked with many engineers over the years, and I have to confess that I’ve never heard of an engineering degree in milling. Maybe the equivalent would be Mechanical Engineer. I have made some changes to your resume so that you can add some dates & make other changes. Be sure to indicate that you are an American citizen & legally able to work in the US. I hope this will help you get some interviews & wish you all the luck in the world.

worse. Reasons for this include an aging workforce with people reaching retirement, workers who have left for other fields, & a shortage of young people entering the fields. Many employers have been slow to react to the shortage & are suffering the consequences. The mikeroweWORKS Foundation awards scholarships to men & women who have demonstrated an interest in & an aptitude for mastering a specific trade. The Foundation’s focus is on supporting the specific skilled trades that help close America’s skills gap and those that represent the significant bulk of our unfilled jobs. They have participated in more than $2.5 million awarded in scholarships to schools around the countr y, including Tulsa Welding School.

If you have any questions about interviewing, hiring, or work, just email Ask Diana. I’d love to hear from -Houston, Texas Reader Q: Why should we offer incentives to hire mechanics? you. Due to the volume of response, not ever y A: I hope you are enjoying Houston. Your resume is question will appear in the column, but most questions the problem!! It is going to be ignored because it -Employer in Phoenix, Arizona will receive an email response within 2 to 3 days. has too much happening in it. You change the colors, you change the formatting, you don’t give the date Have a question for Diana? A: Because there is a talent shortage in skilled for your degree, you put your goals in two separate Email AskDiana@JobSparx.com trades. In fact, the shortage continues to grow places, & unfortunately it isn’t a very articulate

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Why Job Hunters FAIL and what you should do about it Art Designed by Freepik.com

by Robin Ryan, 60 Seconds & You’re Hired

Employers are extraordinarily picky about whom they offer a job to. A poorly crafted resume, or goof at the interview, and you’re dead in the water. Many common mistakes can be avoided. I divide my time between talking to hiring executives, HR folks and working with job search clients. This gives me a very broad view of what people do that works, and what trips them up – often without realizing it. Here the top reasons job hunters fail and my tips for your success. 1. Failure to advertise your key accomplishments. Employers hire people who get results. Generic job descriptions and vague, unfocused resumes don’t work. Employers complain that most applicants simply don’t have the skills to DO the job. The Internet’s ease of use and the job hunter’s ‘click and send’ mentality has added to this problem-increasing by the thousands the number of resumes received. This has made it very hard to get noticed. ROBIN’S SUCCESS TIP: Make your resume stand out. Your resume needs to note your actions and the results that were achieved. Be specific. Show where you saved money, made money, saved time or increased productivity. Use action verbs like streamlined, created, implemented

-- to show you’re a take-charge, getthe-job-done kind of person. Limit your resume no more than 2 pages. 2. Not writing a cover letter. Human resources directors state that most individuals no longer send a cover letter especially when they apply electronically. The few that do send in a generic one that rarely addresses the employers’ needs. ROBIN’S SUCCESS TIP: A well-written cover letter has great power with employers and should always precede any resume sent. Simply make one document including both cover letter and resume when you apply online. Begin your letter with a powerful first paragraph that sums up your experience, key strengths, skills and accomplishments you have to offer. Hiring managers reveal that your cover letter demonstrates your communication skills and a well written one can capture the interview. 3. Not mastering how to control the interview. Dressing inappropriately, wasting time on lengthy discussions of your life story, lacking confidence, not being well-informed about the company, and nervousness -- these get you off to a bad start you may never recover from. Employers often make snap decisions and many confess that they often mentally

dismiss a candidate during the first not torpedo your chances saying the first thing that comes to mind. Write few minutes after meeting them. out work stories for these kinds of ROBIN’S SUCCESS TIP: Be prepared questions before the interview. Try and research the job and organiza- to put a positive spin on the experition. Immediately open with the top ence. Say nothing degrading or negastrengths you have to offer. Display tive about your former boss or comenthusiasm for the job, show you pany. Illustrate how you learned from have the potential to learn, grow and a mistake and have improved. produce on the job. Start the interview in the best possible way: when 5. Not asking intelligent questions. the interviewer asks the, ‘Tell me Hiring managers complain that all about yourself’ question, forget an the candidate cares about is how autobiography. Use the 60 Second much we’ll pay them. Other candiSell (outlined in Robin’s book+ au- dates often just search for somedios 60 Seconds and You’re Hired). thing to ask – seeming spacey or This technique has you analyze the uninterested – this comes across job duties the employer wants ac- poorly. complished, then select your top five selling points. Link these together ROBIN’S SUCCESS TIP: Most employinto a few sentences and you’ve cre- ers listen intently to the questions you ask as a sign of how you’d think, ated your ‘verbal business card’. and act, on the job. Impress the employer with good probing questions “Display enthusiasm about job duties and management for the job, show styles. That’s the best way for you you have the potential to learn, to determine if you really want to work for the company. Avoid asking grow and produce questions about salary or benefits. on the job. “ There’s plenty of time to secure a higher salary after you’ve been 4. Flustered or stumped by tough in- chosen for the job. Good questions terview questions. Many hiring man- to ask include: “Could you describe agers say today’s job hunters seem your management style please?” quite unprepared when they meet an “Where are your major concerns that employer face-to-face. They haven’t need to be immediately addressed thought about the tougher typical in this job?” “How have any budget questions, such as: why should we cuts affected the department?” hire you or tell us about your worse boss or why did the company let you © 2015 Robin Ryan all rights reserved. go and keep someone else? Robin Ryan is America’s leading career and job ROBIN’S SUCCESS TIP: Be ready for tough situational questions. This style of interviewing is common today. The interviewer probes to determine how you have performed in the past. Specific examples of past performance are required. Do

search expert. She’s appeared on 1500 TV & radio shows including Oprah, Dr Phil, CNN, ABC News and NPR. Robin has a career counseling practice working with individual clients across the US helping them land better jobs. Robin Ryan is the bestselling author of 60 Seconds & You’re Hired!; Winning Resumes; Winning Cover Letters; Soaring On Your Strengths; What to Do with the Rest of Your Life; and Over 40 & 20 Issue You’re Hired. For moreVol. career help997 visit: www. RobinRyan.com July 17 - July 24, 2015

Dave Says BY DAVE RAMSEY

Paying “Stupid Tax”

or anything else that’s not necessity based until you clean up this mess. When you start Dear Dave, living with a scorched earth idea — beans & rice, rice & beans — I’ll bet you’re going to My husband broke a few ribs & his collarbone find a lot more than $200 in your budget to a couple of years ago when he flipped our put toward killing off this debt! ATV. He’s fine now, but we still have about $20,000 in medical bills because we were —Dave both between jobs & didn’t have medical coverage when the accident occurred. We also have two credit cards, one with a $1,000 Help & Wisdom balance & the other a $7,000 balance. We only have $200 a month we can put toward Dear Dave, debt, so where should we start? Recently, I met a young man who was put out on the street when he turned 18. He lives on Sandy food stamps & $10 a week. My wife & I are on Baby Step 7 of your plan & have a great Dear Sandy, income, & our whole family feels called to help this kid — maybe even taking him into our Not having health insurance at any time of your home. Do you have any advice? life is not smart, regardless of being between jobs or not. Ouch, what a mess! You didn’t Mitch tell me what you guys make, but I can tell you Dear Mitch, a few things. Number one, you’re probably going to have to get your income up. You may have to take on a couple of part-time jobs or work some overtime. My grandmother used to say, “There’s a great place to go when you’re broke — to work!” If you only have $200 a month to put toward your debt, you’ve got to create some margin, and that may be on the income side of things.

Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books, including The Total Money Makeover. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8.5 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

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You guys obviously have loving hearts & are doing great financially. But let’s take a look at few important factors in a decision like this. If you’re thinking about actually taking him in under your roof, you need to remember that your first responsibility is to your family. You have to make sure they’re safe, and that would include finding out everything there is to know about this guy. Talk to his past teachers, coaches or even family members if you can find them. Spend some time just talking to him, too, & find out more about his background, attitude, habits & goals. Then, if you still feel led to open your home to him, make sure everyone involved signs an agreement with really clear rules & guidelines about what is expected, what will not be tolerated and the rewards & consequences of each.

The other thing I’ve found is this: Most people seem to be able to magically find money when they feel it’s a life or death situation. “Magically” means that you do a budget. You make a written game plan where every dollar has a name before the month begins. When you write down every dollar, & you & your husband sit down & agree on where every dollar is going to go, you’re going to have an ah-ha moment that feels like you got a raise. If you’re normal, you waste a bunch of money Helping him with food & clothing alone would because you don’t budget & have a written be a generous act, but what you’re considering is absolutely amazing. Just make sure, if you plan. And normal pretty much sucks! go this route, to do it not just with love, but So, here’s the drill. Start living on a written with lots of forethought & wisdom. budget, extra work, start working the debt snowball & pay off those debts from smallest —Dave to largest & don’t even think about a vacation

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The mikeroweWORKS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that promotes hard work, supports the skilled trades, and challenges the persistent belief that a four-year degree is automatically the best path to take. The Foundation awards scholarships to men and women who have demonstrated an interest in and an aptitude for mastering a specific trade. Our focus is on supporting the specific skilled trades that help close the country’s skills gap and those that represent the significant bulk of our unfilled jobs. The Foundation has been instrumental in granting more than $3 million in scholarships to schools around the country, including Midwest Technical Institute, Tulsa Welding School, The Refrigeration School and Universal Technical Institute. One of the most important objectives of the mrW Foundation is to continually provide opportunities for financial aid to help those qualified individuals who are interested in learning a skill and mastering a trade. Toward that goal, we are continually creating a variety of scholarship programs with like-minded institutions and organizations. Each program has it’s own nuances but all are similar in that they intend to further Mike’s “PR Campaign for Hard Work.”

Jessica Tidwell:

WELDER HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WORKING AS A TIG WELDER? I’ve been here about two months. Thanks to the growing need for welders and a great welding coordinator at my school, I actually had three good job offers before I could even finish school.

WHAT DOES YOUR JOB LOOK LIKE ON A DAY-TO-DAY BASIS? I work for a custom metal fabrication shop, mostly working with stainless steel and occasionally aluminum, so I actually get to do a little bit of everything. Instead of just welding, I’m usually on a project from start to finish. That means I get to make the individual parts, tack and weld everything together, sand, clean, polish, and so on. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF YOUR JOB? The variety. That’s part of why I wanted to work for this shop. I didn’t want to do the same exact thing, day in and day out. Here, we’re always making interesting new things, and each project has new challenges that I have to figure out.

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TELL US YOUR STORY OF HOW YOU CAME TO BE IN THIS POSITION. I actually didn’t really have any experience with welding before college. But the growing demand, the pay, and the huge variety of jobs to choose from captured my attention. By working hard, coming in early, staying late for extra practice, and just spending as much time as I could getting hands-on experience, I ended up graduating at the

top of my class and going into a pretty challenging field. I’ll admit that it was still a bit of a struggle, being a woman. There were companies that would tell me flat out not to bother coming in for an interview and a weld test because I would be wasting my time. But every company that I did test with came back with a job offer for me. WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE GOING INTO YOUR CAREER FIELD? Don’t cheat yourself. Use every opportunity to gain as much knowledge and experience as you can. Make yourself an invaluable employee. WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT OUTSIDE OF WORK? I do a lot of volunteer work, training and handling working dogs for scent detection. I also instruct at national seminars, teaching teams from all over the country and helping them to better serve their community. This has allowed me to really make a difference in people’s lives, and I just don’t think there’s a greater achievement than that. ™

JobSparx would love to feature YOU at your job. Send us an email letting us know you are interested in being interviewed for a future publication: christy@jobsparx.com © 2015 Houston Employment Weekly, all rights reserved.

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