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WAGES $39.00 - $40.00/hour, paid benefits & RRSP’s
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Skilled Trades
July12 - July 18, 2013
In This Issue: Skilled Trades Drivers/Transportation General Healthcare Warehouse Pet of the Week Working Wise ALBERTA EDITION
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Delivery Driver Needed! PepsiCo Beverages Canada is now hiring dedicated, customer focused individuals to join our leading team in Edmonton as a full time delivery driver. As the newest member of our team, you will bring a class 1 license, a clean abstract, and the ability to lift 45 pounds repeatedly. You are dedicated to your customers and want to ensure our product looks great on the shelves and in the coolers at each of your locations. As a valued member of the PBC family, we will provide competitive compensation, a full medical and dental package, a company matched pension and more. If this is you, we look forward to meeting you so please apply on line or by fax today!
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We are currently hiring the following positions for projects across Alberta & Saskatchewan:
Foremen (Journeymen) Millwrights (Journeymen or Apprentice) Welders (Journeymen or Apprentice) Labourers We offer a Competitive Compensation and BeneďŹ ts Program! wages will be dependent on experience.
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EDMONTON | RED DEER EDITION
Skilled Trades
We’re making a difference. You can too.
Looking for an opportunity to learn and grow? And to be a part of a winning team where your contributions are recognized, respected and rewarded?
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Warehouse, Monday – Friday
17718 114 Ave, $32.04/hour
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All applicants must be physically fit and able to lift up to 70 pounds. Courier applicants must have a valid Alberta driver’s license (non GDL) with no more than 3 demerit points.
Or (part time, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm) 17718 114 Ave, $15.86/hour
Purolator is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We would like to thank all applicants, however those selected will be contacted for an interview.
Email your resume to:
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We build strong careers. Join the DFI team as a professional driver. Discover the many opportunities that we offer in oilfield construction.
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One of Canada's oldest and most respected GM Dealers requires: General Technicians Transmission Specialist for our busy service department.
Skilled Trades July12 - July 18, 2013
SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS (Edmonton)
If you love driving and working with children, than this is perfect for you!
- Free training to obtain your class 2 license. - Monday to Friday with School. - Holidays off. - Part-time with potential for extra hours. - Bring your child to work or have time to enjoy hobbies. - Must be able to clear a criminal record check.
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- Min. 2 years motor coach or 5 years heavy truck experience - Class 2Q or Class 1 license required - CSTS and First Aid Required - Fly in Fly service guaranteed from Edmonton and Calgary* *Some exceptions may applys
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JOURNEYMEN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS - Also Accepting 3rd and 4th Year Apprentices - Experience with Motor Coach an Asset Visit: EdmontonMotors.com
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Drivers/Transportation “Work for the largest food distribution company in Canada”
A JOB that engages mind and body at work, and doesn’t follow you home!
Order Assemblers As an Order Assembler you will assume a role in the Distribution Centre where you will prepare orders that will be shipped to our Retail Stores. Real Canadian Superstore, Extra Foods, The Real Canadian Wholesale, and No Frills. Order Assemblers operate a double pallet jack and prepare orders by manually assembling dry grocery products onto pallet.
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Loblaw Edmonton Distribution Center 16104-121A Avenue | Edmonton Fax: 780-451-7383 Email: Jennifer.Styre@loblaw.ca
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UPS Edmonton is currently hiring
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Founded in 1907 as a messenger company in the United States, UPS has grown into the largest package delivery company in the world. Every day, we manage the flow of goods, funds, and information in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.
Corporate Sales Representative Position is an entry level door to door B2B sales role.
Qualifications: Degree in related field or diploma with 3 years relevant experience
Maintenance Mechanic Hours: 5pm – 2am Monday through Friday Wage: $35 per hour Benefits: Health, dental, pension, tool allowance Qualifications: Must have Journeyman ticket
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EDMONTON | RED DEER EDITION
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July12 - July 18, 2013
Employment Opportunities for Fully Licensed Mortgage Brokers Strong prospecting ability. Must be able to develop your own sources of mortgage referrals from a variety of sources (i.e. Realtors, Builders, Financial Services Companies, etc.) and proven track record of Mortgage Sales. Previously worked in mortgage sales dealing with complex home financing. Self motivated and be able to work independently. You must have a valid associate or broker’s license in Alberta TO APPLY PLEASE CONTACT: Dodi Kozak Regional Sales Director – Alberta Ph: 1.866.443.9427 E-mail:Dodi.Kozak@HLCmortgages.com 3877337 Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of CIBC Mortgages Inc. and carries on business as HLC Home Loans Canada (“HLC”) except in Quebec, where it carries on business as HLC Hypothèques Logis Concept and is licensed as a mortgage agency. HLC is licensed/registered in Ontario as a mortgage brokerage under Licence #10423, in British Columbia and Nova Scotia as a mortgage broker, in Alberta as a mortgage brokerage and in New Brunswick as a credit broker. TM HLC Design is a trademark of CIBC”
ASK ABOUT TAKING YOUR CHILD TO WORK WITH YOU. As a Steady Part-Time bus driver with FIRST STUDENT, being permitted to take your pre-schooler along with you could save you a lot of expense. And you won’t have to work weekends, evenings or school holidays. When the kids are off, so are you. How can you put a price on spending time with your child? Free Summer training classes are filing up now, so don’t delay, and if you have a toddler, be sure to ask about child ride-along.
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General
July12 - July 18, 2013
30 MILLWRIGHTS 70 PIPEFITERS & PLUMBERS 20 WELDERS 30 SCAFFOLDERS
Now hiring Journeypersons with industrial
experience for immediate placement at a large industrial project in
Vanscoy, SASK.
WAGES $39.00 - $40.00/hour, paid benefits & RRSP’s
Bonuses: $2/hr retention and $2/hr completion paid
Shift Rotation: 14/7,10 hour days
Day and Night shifts available (additional $3/hr for night shift employees)
Living out allowance of $120 per day worked and generous travel allowance paid for those who qualify!
Other details: Pre-access D&A test required.
Apply: PCLEnergyJobs@pcl.com By Fax: 1-888-398-0725
Domo Gasoline is looking for new people that are excited to work in this great environment and want to build on the momentum established so far. Preference will be given to those with prior cash experience, and/or an aptitude for leadership.
Now hiring in SHERWOOD PARK, EDMONTON, and ST.ALBERT! Positions start at $11.00 per hour full-time with bonuses of up to $200 per month.
• Paid training provided • Potential for advancement • Join the Jump to the Pump team! Apply online at www.domo.ca Email: nolsen@domo.ca / Fax: 780-421-1624 Or apply in any one of our stores now! Only selected applicants will be contacted
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EDMONTON | RED DEER EDITION
July 12 - July 18, 2013 General
Target Safety Services is now hiring for Safety Watch and Equipment Technician positions. We are now filling training classes for our upcoming projects in September. SAFETY WATCH People with a desire to lead safety on the work site and willing to participate in our comprehensive safety training program are encouraged to apply. Basic oilfield tickets are required to be considered for this position.
Mortgage Advisor
EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN Previous safety experience is an asset and the ability to travel away for long periods of time is a requirement. We offer highly competitive compensation and benefits packages, combined with long term career development at one of our operating centres based out of Lloydminster, Bonnyville, Edmonton or Red Deer.
Call our recruiting line at 403-406-4305 or visit our website at www.targetsafety.ca
CIBC Mortgages provides financing to help customers realize their dreams of home ownership and home renovation. The Mortgage Advisor’s primary objective is to grow and cultivate his/her referral network.
The ideal candidate will have:
• Proven verbal and written communication skills. Government funding may be available for eligible students
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• Previous successful experience working in a base salary + commission sales environment. • The self-motivation to be successful If you are interested please contact us personally via e-mail: susan.lindstrom@cibc.com and/or apply online at www.cibc.com/careers referencing job number 13003034. MY JOB FINDER ALBERTA JOB OPPORTUNITIES 11
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Free Company Profile and free • Full Time Employment • No Sundays online job posting for 30 days at • No shift work MyJobFinder.ca. Consolidated Gypsum Supply Ltd. is an Alberta/Saskatchewan based companyNumber: serving builders and contractors for over 35 Patriot’s years. Headquartered in Edmonton, Consolidated Gypsum two cost centres for myself are Supply Ltd. has seven Branch locations located in Edmonton, Red Deer, Calgary, and Saskatoon. 60227 and 60024.
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July 12 - July 18, 2013 Healthcare
Work in Edmonton
NOW HIRING HEALTH CARE AIDES AND LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSES
Provide personal care to clients living at home Competitive wages Flexible schedules & hours Specialty assignments in pediatrics 24 hour nursing support & backup HCA’s require certificate or previous experience Nursing students welcome for Aide level positions LPN’s require current registration with the CLPNA Reliable vehicle an asset
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HCA's or LPN's only, may call Eloise or Kavitha at:
A job at A girlfriend/wife who is happy and thinks you rock!
Please foward your resume to: Human Resources Email: edmonton_hr@wecarecanada.com Fax: 780-462-8933 Drop off: #500, Capilano Centre 9945 - 50 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6A 0L4
vs. the other guys Peace of mind knowing work is steady and secure
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Haley Animal ID: 65058 Name: Haley Age: 2 years Sex: spayed female Species: Dog Breed: Collie/Lab
July12 - July 18, 2013
Included in the adoption fee:
- Spay/Neuter surgery - Microchipping - First set of vaccines - Complimentary post-adoption vet exam - And so much more!
Haley (Animal ID: 65058) is a two-year-old Collie/Labrador with beautiful coloring. Even though she is shy of new people, she is sweet, social and very affectionate when she gets to know them. Haley will need an experienced home that can socialize her in a positive way. She prefers to have a home without children, and although Haley has canine friends at the shelter and plays well with calm dogs, she likes to be the only dog in the house. Haley loves to run and play and will benefit from a lot of mental and physical exercise. She will get you in tip-tip shape in no time! Come down to the shelter and visit this gorgeous girl because you’ll fall in love.
EDMONTON HUMANE SOCIETY (780) 471-1774 13620 - 163 Street NW, Edmonton, AB, T5V 0B2 [We’re located on the corner of 137 Avenue & 163 Street] www.edmontonhumanesociety.com
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Founded in 1907, the Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) is committed to helping homeless and abused companion animals, enlightening people and enriching lives. The Society’s Animal Protection Department enforces Alberta’s Animal Protection Act by responding to concerns within the City of Edmonton about animal neglect. The EHS also actively educates the public and provides tool to help them be responsible pet owners while at the same time, cares for approximately 13,000 homeless animals who come through its shelter doors each year. The Society greatly charitable organization is not a local chapter to any organization and does not receive any regular government funding.
EDMONTON | RED DEER EDITION
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Working Wise Dear Working Wise I took a landscaping job this summer to help pay for university. A couple of days have already been so hot that I felt like I was going to pass out. What can I do to keep my cool this summer? Signed Overheated
Dear Overheated:
For more tips and information on working safely in the heat, check out the Government of Alberta’s booklet: Best Our bodies work best in a very narrow temperature range. Raising or lowering your core Practice – Working Safely in the Heat and Cold, which is available at: HYPERLINK temperature a couple of degrees beyond normal (98.6° F or 37° C) can cause severe Summer has finally arrived and that means it’s time for workers and employers to start thinking about working safely in the heat.
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Our bodies regulate temperature by sweating and shivering. If you don’t replace the fluid ts/WHS-PUB_GS006.pdf" you lose from sweating, you can dehydrate and your body will stop sweating. Heat will build up and you will be in serious trouble. http://humanservices.alberta.ca/document Early warning signs of heat stress include: headache, dizziness, fatigue, feeling faint, irritability, heavy sweating, heat rash, muscle cramps, dehydration, and changes in breathing and pulse. Keep your cool this summer with these tips: - create shade and work in the shade when possible; - take short frequent breaks away from the heat/sun; - wear reflective/insulated/cooled clothing near heat sources; - limit your sun exposure especially during peak times (Noon – 3 p.m.); - drink small amounts of water frequently, e.g., a cup every 20 minutes; - wear loose-fitting lightweight clothing that wicks sweat away from the skin; - avoid caffeinated drinks, alcohol and pop, because they tend to dehydrate you; - wear a wide-brimmed hat, UV-absorbent sunglasses and minimum SPF 30 sunscreen.
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Do you have a work-related question? Send your questions to Working Wise, at charles.strachey@gov.ab.ca. Charles Strachey is a manager with Alberta Human Services. This column is provided for general information.
You and your employer can also help limit the effects of working in the heat by: avoiding intense physical activity during the hottest times; implementing a schedule of work and rest periods; and providing a cool rest area for workers to recuperate. Other ways to keep cool at work, include: lower the air temperature with air conditioning; increase air circulation by using a fan or opening a door or window; lowering the humidity using an air conditioner, dehumidifier or ventilation system; using extra workers for the job and rotating workers between more and less demanding activities; decreasing exposure to radiant heat (e.g., asphalt, heavy machinery, etc.) by moving hot equipment away from the work area, moving the work away from things that radiate heat, or by using barriers to reflect or block the sun/heat.
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