Convicted New Bedford felon pleads guilty to Possession of a Firearm

A 25-year-old New Bedford, MA, man previously convicted and incarcerated for possessing a loaded firearm without a permit pleaded guilty in federal court in Providence today to being a felon in possession of a firearm.

United States Attorney Stephen G. Dambruch and Mickey Leadingham, Special Agent in Charge of the Boston Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), announced the guilty plea of Angel Pizarro to one count of felon in possession of a firearm.

According to information presented to the Court, an investigation by ATF agents determined that on May 10, 2017, Pizarro visited a Tiverton, R.I., shooting range where he handled and discharged a variety of firearms. Surveillance video at the firing range depicted Pizarro handling, loading and firing three firearms.

According to Court records, Pizarro was convicted in Massachusetts state court in 2012 of possessing a loaded firearm without a permit and sentenced to 18 months of incarceration.

Pizarro is scheduled to be sentenced by U.S. District Court Chief Judge William E. Smith on September 21, 2018.

The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Zechariah Chafee.




17 Things To Do This Weekend (June 01 – June 03)

As always, click on the title for more or detailed information on the event. Most of the events were pulled from our event calendar where you can find hundreds of local area events each month. The event calendar is FREE, so if you are a local business, and not taking advantage of FREE publicity, shame on you! Are you a local business and want to sponsor this high traffic, weekend guide?

Contact info@newbedfordguide.com for more details. Have an event to add? Add it here. Know of another event this weekend? Post a reply!

_____________________________________________________

Friday, June 1st

“Almost Sunrise,” A Documentary at the Z (7:00pm)
Almost Sunrise is a story of veteran resilience and recovery. The film follows two Iraq veterans, Tom Voss and Anthony Anderson, who struggle with depression upon returning home from service. Fearful of succumbing to the epidemic of veteran suicide, they seek a lifeline and embark on a 2,700-mile walk across America as a way to confront their inner pain.

The film captures an intimate portrait of two friends suffering from the unseen wounds of war as they discover an unlikely treatment: the restorative power of silence and meditation. Join us for a post-show panel discussion with Dr. Bob Meagher featuring Tom Voss, the documentary subject, and Michael Collins, the film’s director.

Pub6T5 w/ “The Real Deal” (8:00pm-12:00am)
We will host our most talented DJ to create a Great night to dance and have fun with friends in the best atmosphere in the SouthCoast. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.

Saturday, June 2nd

Greater New Bedford Track Club’s Ray Allaire Youth Mile 2018 (FREE) (9:00am-2:00pm)
This is a free event for up to 200 area children (grades K-8). Participants will be grouped by age for a one mile race around the track at Cushman Park. All finishers will receive a medal or certificate, and the winners of each age group will receive a trophy. Every participant gets a goody bag, and healthy snacks/fun festivities after the race! First 100 registered participants will receive a Ray Allaire Youth Mile T-shirt. Full details by clicking on event title. Cushman Park, Fairhaven.

Cape Cod Harley Demo Weekend (9:00am-4:00pm)
Harley-Davidson® demo truck, food, pig roast, music, professional bike pictures, face painting for the kids and more! Demo Rides are FREE! “Thee Midnight Society” will be performing from 10:30 A.M. to 3 P.M. Professional photographer Larry Cahill will be here to take free, professional pictures of you with your bike. All demo riders operating a HDMC motorcycle must have a valid driver license and current motorcycle endorsement. For your convenience, parking for this event will be at Liquor ‘N More, 170 Clay Pond Rd., Bourne. There will a shuttle all day, both days, every 15 minutes.

SouthCoast PRIDE on Saturday!

Samurai Sprint Mud Run & Kids’ Race (Westport) (9:30am)
The Samurai Sprint Mud Run is a 5k ninja warrior inspired race. This race combines the outdoor elements, with the most challenging obstacles that won’t disappoint the best competitor. Complete with quad steps, devil steps, ropes, rings and carries..this race has TA written all over it! Have kids? Bring them! FREE kids Race: after the final participant heat of the race is completed a small course will be looped off and any children of the participants from the ages of 6 to 12 can try their first race. Westport Rivers Vineyard, 417 Hixbridge Rd., Westport.

SouthCoast PRIDE (9:30am-4:00pm)
Family atmosphere, live performances, kid zone, vendors, yoga, health walk, pre-PRIDE party and an after-PRIDE party. See poster for full details.

Acushnet Farmers Market at Stone Bridge Farm (10:00am-2:00pm)
The Acushnet Farmer’s Market at Stone Bridge Farm invites you to come checks an amazing assortment of vendors this season! Stop by, rain or shine to check out all the local vendors! Saturdays: 10:00am-2:00pm, June through September, Starting June 2nd! Located at: 186 Leonard St, Acushnet, Massachusetts 02743

FREE Contemplative Walk & Guided Meditation (10:00am-11:00am)
Join us for a FREE contemplative walk and guided meditation led by Tom Voss and Michael Collins of Almost Sunrise. Experience the restorative, soul-nourishing benefits of expending time in nature, concluding with a guided meditation and breath work. All ages welcome. This event is hosted by Encompass Community Program at Friends Academy (1088 Tucker Road, North Dartmouth, MA 02747).

Edaville Family Theme Park Activities (10:00am-5:00pm)
Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! Admission includes all rides & attractions. MA/RI Residents save up to $7 per date-specific ticket online only. Restrictions apply. Discount applied after applicable billing address entered. Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St. Carver.

Open Water Rowing Challenge (10:00am-6:00pm)
Join us for a 3 mile race in the Outer New Bedford Harbor. Many categories including kayaks, gigs, whaleboats and canoes. All are welcome. Lunch included! For more information go to our website at www.buzzardsbayrowing.org. Fort Rodman, 1000 S Rodney French Blvd., New Bedford.

Live music all weekend at PUB6T5!

Labia Series: A Fresh Look at the Feminine (5:00pm-8:00pm)
I started the Labia Series in 2015 after attending Haystack Mountain School of Crafts. The series has progressed over the years both in size, material, and theme. The project came about quite honestly in response to my daughter being born. I struggled to find a way to visually communicate such an intense experience, I mean really Mary Cassatt had already kind of nailed it. So I started thinking about women and the female image in art. I feel women are often portrayed as the object of sexual desire, the mother, or the tragic heroine. I saw that there were so many other more nuanced stories to tell. So I started using the vagina as a framework upon which many different stories are hung. Some funny, some twisted, some dark and mournful and certainly always pushing the narrative of the complex female experience. S&G Project Gallery, 88 Hatch Street, Rm 306a, New Bedford.

“Whiskey Affliction” at Pub6T5 (9:00pm-11:00am)
Whiskey Affliction is a talented country rock band that has earned the admiration of its critics and fans alike. Get in touch about performance rates. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.

“Three Points of Madness & Murder One” at the Bar (9:30pm-1:00am)
LIVE, This Saturday night at The Bar: Three Points of Madness rocks the house and opens for Murder One: A Tribute to Motorhead. The music starts at 9:30 but come early for good seats and grab dinner. The kitchen is open late! As always NO COVER and free pool so come hang out for a great time and rock out. The Bar, 266 Dartmouth St, New Bedford.

Sunday, June 3rd

FREE New Bedford Adult Wellness Program (9:00am-1:15pm)
Free wellness programming for all levels. Open to the public. See poster for full details.

Living History: The Battle of Fall River (10:00am-3:00pm)
In 1778, Fall River saw its only action of the American Revolution – an assault by land and by sea, right here at the mouth of the Quequechan River! Join us for this weekend-long living history event to learn more about the battle, the soldiers and sailors who fought it, and life in 18th-century Fall River. We’ll have military infantry drills, open-fire cooking demonstrations, blacksmithing, sailmaking, pottery, and more! A slideshow on the Battle of Fall River will be shown at 12:00. This event is FREE and open to the public, suitable for all ages. Please dress for the weather as living history happens rain or shine. The park and Visitor Center are wheelchair accessible. Free parking available in the DCR Lot at 5 Water Street, Fall River.

Exercise for the body, mind and soul!

Cape Cod Harley Demo Weekend (10:30am-3:00pm)
Harley-Davidson® demo truck, food, pig roast, music, professional bike pictures, face painting for the kids and more!
Free hotdogs and sausages on Sunday from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. Demo Rides are FREE! Professional photographer Larry Cahill will be here to take free, professional pictures of you with your bike. All demo riders operating a HDMC motorcycle must have a valid driver license and current motorcycle endorsement. For your convenience, parking for this event will be at Liquor ‘N More, 170 Clay Pond Rd., Bourne. There will a shuttle all day, both days, every 15 minutes.

Edaville Family Theme Park Activities (10:00am-5:00pm)
Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! Admission includes all rides & attractions. MA/RI Residents save up to $7 per date-specific ticket online only. Restrictions apply. Discount applied after applicable billing address entered. Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St. Carver.

Sunday Night Karaoke at PUB 6T5 (5:00pm-9:00pm)
Join us for Karaoke on Sunday nights from 5-9pm. Hosted by Mario Figueirido. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.

_____________________________________________________

Want to sponsor this weekend guide? Contact info@newbedfordguide.com for more details.




Faces Of New Bedford #156: Benny Olmeda

Meet Benny Olmeda, 37-year-old Realtor and Sales Manager at RE/MAX Vantage, as well as co-owner of Shop U7. Benny moved to the US at the age of 5 from Puerto Rico with his sister and mother, growing up in the Westlawn housing complex in the cities West End. Wanting to escape the trouble that surrounded him, he worked hard to secure himself a job working in infrastructure in Boston after graduating high school.

Benny’s longtime friend and broker, Eddie Lopez, had always suggested he get into the real estate market, seeing his entrepreneurial mindset and friendly personality. He got licensed and slowly began assisting family and friends with buying and selling their homes. Benny didn’t get heavily involved in the market until 2015 though when he saw the possibilities his talents could achieve for him. Giving himself 6 months, he told himself if he could focus 2 hours a day and weekends to real estate, he would venture into it full-time, which only took a month and a half for him to make the transition.

Since then Benny has been able to help countless local families buy and sell their homes, hoping to help families who were just like his when they moved to New Bedford. Not only has he focused on real estate but pursuing his passions, one of which is his love for the sneaker culture. He and several friends came together to open Shop U7 in 2014, a consignment shop that buys and sells sneakers not only locally, but all over the world. He loves seeing that the store has been able to bring people from across all walks of life together with one sole purpose, collecting their favorite sneakers.

“Build your own dreams or someone else will hire you to build theirs.”

_________________________________________________________

Faces of New Bedford is a project by Colton Simmons. If you are interested in booking a shoot or getting prints from the series email all inquiries to colton@coltonsimmons.com.

Follow Colton on Instagram: https://instagram.com/simmonscolton

Read more of the Faces of New Bedford series here.




FREE Speaker Event: Yale Professor and New Bedford Native, Laurie Santos, to Discuss the Science of Happiness

The New Bedford Wellness Initiative invites the community to attend a FREE talk on the “science of happiness” with nationally recognized Yale University Professor and New Bedford native, Laurie Santos.

The event will take place Tuesday June 12th from 6:30PM – 8:00PM at the New Bedford Whaling Museum located at 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02840. This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration is required.

Santos made national media headlines recently, including an appearance on The Today Show, to discuss her signature course at Yale titled “The Science of Well-Being” which has become the #1 most popular course among students. The course dives into what psychology and science tell us about happiness, and teaches strategies to form key habits to increase one’s overall happiness and well-being.

Now, Santos will return to New Bedford to discuss her research, speak about her course, and provide audience members with real takeaways and new approaches they can start to implement in their own lives.

For those interested in taking the course, the New Bedford Wellness Initiative has included the course in its Sunday wellness programming for adults. All are invited to gather on Sunday mornings at 9:00AM during the month of June. Participants may drop in for one or all classes. The course is also available for free online at www.coursera.com.

__________________________________________________________

About the Course:
“The Science of Well-Being” taught by Professor Laurie Santos overviews what psychological science says about happiness. The purpose of the course is to not only learn what psychological research says about what makes us happy but also to put those strategies into practice. The first part of the course reveals misconceptions we have about happiness and the annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do. The next part of the course focuses on activities that have been proven to increase happiness along with strategies to build better habits. The last part of the course gives learners time, tips, and social support to work on the final assignment which asks learners to apply one wellness activity aka “Rewirement” into their lives for four weeks.

Laurie Santos’ Bio:
Laurie Santos is a Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman Residential College at Yale University. Additionally, she is the director of the Comparative Cognition Laboratory and the Canine Cognition Center at Yale. She received her A.B. in Psychology and Biology from Harvard University in 1997 and her Ph.D. in Psychology from Harvard in 2003.




State Funding Secured for New Bedford Children, Veterans, and Cultural projects

Senate Assistant Majority Leader Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) has secured a multi-million dollar increase in state operating funds for New Bedford in addition to significant state bonding authorizations to complete projects benefitting veterans, cultural organizations, and public recreation.

Specifically, the FY2019 Senate budget appropriates $145,309,461 in Chapter 70 funds for New Bedford schools, a $7,384,429 increase over last fiscal year. In addition, the Senate plan will fully fund the Special Education Circuit Breaker and provide $22,980,913 in unrestricted general government aid to the city of New Bedford. Montigny also supported a $2 million increase over FY18 for the Shannon Grants program, which provides funding to reduce youth and gang violence. He also backed a $2.7 million increase to the Safe and Successful Youth Initiative, a youth violence prevention and intervention initiative to help redirect troubled youth toward healthy, successful lives.

Senator Montigny also earmarked $680,000 for initiatives providing essential programs and resources for local children. Dennison Memorial Community Center in the South End of the city will receive funding to ensure children continue to have access to essential after-school and summer programs, engaging kids and increasing literacy efforts. The Women’s Center will be allocated funding to ensure schools can host domestic violence prevention and response services. Finally, the bulk of the funding will be allocated toward his children’s access fund to provide access to arts and culture, engage youth with first responders, and expand after school and summer programs for underserved New Bedford children.

Over the course of his Senate career, Montigny has been a champion for children’s access to arts and culture. This latest initiative will foster literacy, promote arts and culture, and bolster economic and personal development in New Bedford. “I am committed to supporting young people in my district in and out of school. This funding provides significant state support to local organizations that provide children with opportunities by reducing barriers to arts and culture, building relationships with mentors, and promoting a safe and supportive community,” said Senator Montigny who has been a leader in reducing barriers and creating opportunity for young people and their families. “This funding will also further catalyze the resurging arts and culture community and our local economy, while ensuring no one is left behind.”  

In addition to funds secured through the annual fiscal year budget, Montigny also recently secured millions in state capital bond authorizations to support multiple crucial projects:

• Downtown New Bedford Court Facilities ($123,562,890)
• Veterans Transition House for veterans transitional housing in New Bedford ($1M)
• Buttonwood park pond public access projects ($600,000)
• First Baptist Church restoration and repairs ($1M)
• Strand Theatre restoration for Cape Verdean Cultural Center ($1.2M)
• UMass Dartmouth Star Store HVAC system repairs ($8M)
• Fairhaven Senior and Recreation Center repairs ($180,000)

The bonding bill also extended previous authorizations for the Zeiterion Theatre ($2M), Dennison Memorial Community Center ($300,000), and the Orpheum Theatre ($3M). The legislation will receive a final vote to send to the Governor’s desk by next week.




New Bedford FREE seafood cooking demonstrations and classes

The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center and New Bedford Port Authority are teaming up to present a series of free seafood cooking demonstrations and classes this summer.

Funded through a grant from the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, these programs are designed to promote the New Bedford Seafood brand, educate the public about local, abundant and underutilized species, and inspire local residents to explore a wider variety of seafood choices while building a market for these species.

The first demonstration will take place at Kyler’s Seafood Market, 2 Washburn Street, on Saturday, June 9 at 2:00 p.m. Chef and author Maria Lawton, Azorean Cooking: From My Family Table to Yours, will demonstrate a recipe for Fresh Hake poached in onion, garlic, and tomato sauce(Bacalhau fresco escalfado com molho de tomatecebola, alho). The demonstration will be followed by a tasting opportunity. Signed copies of Ms. Lawton’s book will be available for sale.

Additional demonstrations featuring local cook Rhonda Fazio, will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 13th at DeMello’s Market (redfish) and Thursday, August 9 at the New Bedford Farmer’s Market (scup).

Cooking classes will be taught by Chef and Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Culinary Arts Instructor Henry Bousquet. Classes will take place on three Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School (dates are below). Each class will focus on two underutilized species. Participants will prepare two dishes and enjoy their creations at the end of each class.

– June 27: The Mediterranean Diet: How the Foods You Eat Can Save Your Life featuring Pollock and Scup
– July 25: How to Cook and Serve Whole Fish Preparations featuring Red Fish and Whiting
– August 15: Crafting Sauces that Enhance and Highlight Underutilized Species featuring Red Hake and Dog Fish Classes will be presented free of charge and limited to 20 attendees.

Pre-registration is required. To register for each class, visit http://fishingheritagecenter.org/programs/classes/ for more information.

This is a critical time for New England’s commercial fishing industry as it works to simultaneously protect the ocean resource and preserve a way of life. Paul Greenberg, author of Four Fish: The Future of the Last Wild Food, suggests that the American taste for fin fish is largely limited to just four species: salmon, sea bass, cod, and tuna. Without a market for other species, there is little incentive for fishermen to harvest them.

There is a need to develop viable markets for abundant species, thereby raising consumer demand and market value and helping to sustain the overall resource. Nearly 90 percent of the seafood consumed in the United States is imported. Educating the public about the seafood industry also encourages consumers to vote with their dollars, supporting wild, domestic fisheries which are well regulated, and adhere to high food safety standards, and fair labor practices.

Naturally high in protein, low in saturated fat, and rich in a wide variety of vitamins and minerals, seafood is an ideal source of protein. High levels of Omega-3 fatty acids provide protection against heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, inflammation, and diabetes, as well as improved brain development and function. While nationally, seafood consumption is on the rise, just 10 percent of adults eat enough fish, according to the Department of Agriculture. Over the past 50 years, Americans have moved away from home cooking in general.

“The majority of Americans are afraid of cooking fresh fish. They don’t know how to select fish, which fish to use for a particular dish, or how long to cook it. Children grow up and think they don’t like seafood because they have never eaten it,” said Lynsee Fowler, Communications Manager for the National Fisheries Institute.

The Port of New Bedford is managed by the New Bedford Port Authority which aims to implement best management practices over port resources and develop economic growth strategies. To this end, it is the goal of the NBPA to keep New Bedford on top as the #1 U.S. fishing port, expand existing businesses and capitalize on new opportunities that will maximize the Port’s potential as an economic engine to create jobs and strengthen the New Bedford economy.

The New Bedford Seafood brand was launched in 2017 to increase education and awareness around locally-landed seafood and to ensure that the Port of New Bedford is recognized around the world as the most valuable commercial fishing port in the United States.

The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center is dedicated to telling the story of the fishing industry past, present, and future through exhibits, programs, and archives. For more information, contact the Center at 508-993-8894 or programs@fishingheritagecenter.org.




Bristol County Sobriety Checkpoint scheduled for June 8 & 9

Colonel Kerry A. Gilpin, Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police, announced that a “Sobriety Checkpoint” will be implemented by the Massachusetts State Police on a Public Way in Bristol County between Friday, June 8, 2018 into Saturday, June 9, 2018.

The purpose is to further educate the motoring public and strengthen the public’s awareness to the need of detecting and removing those motorists who operate under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs from our roadways. It will be operated during varied hours, the selection of vehicles will not be arbitrary, safety will be assured, and any inconveniences to motorists will be minimized with advance notice to reduce fear and anxiety.




HELP WANTED: Depina Agency American Income Life is hiring for multiple positions

Looking for Entry level management, human resources and union representatives.

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Full training is provided. Both entry-level and management positions available. HIGHLY COMPENSATED.

Details:

• Protecting the working class families in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts.
• We provide suplemental benefits protection, to the labor unions, credit union and association. We also protect their assets. • We are an international company, licensed in every state including New Zealand, Canada and now parts of Ireland.
• We’ve been around since 1951.
• We want career minded individuals, who are willing to learn our systems to be able to duplicate the work. To be able to work unsupervised and be focused on executing objectives.

Applicants must be career driven and possess:

• Communication skills
• Professionalism
• Responsibility
• Adaptability
• Willingness to learn

* Backgrounds in Business and Customer Service are preferred, not required. BILINGUAL IS A +++
** Reliable (non-public) transportation is required

Seeking 10 immediate hires for our Leadership & Management Roles. To fill up our new office in New Bedford.

• 30 Day FAST TRACK Management available
• NO COLD CALLING/PROSPECTING
• Weekly Pay *Weekly Bonus Plan *LIFETIME RESIDUAL INCOME
• Vacation Packages & more
• Full Benefits – Life insurance/ Health insurance.

For immediate consideration please respond with resume and contact information. Send to edepinaail@gmail.com

Depina Agency
555 pleasant Street
New Bedford, Massachusetts
Phone: (774) 628-8961

Facebook: facebook.com/DepinaAIL




The South Coast Hot Jobs List – May 27, 2018

Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of May 27, 2018. Click the right arrow to browse the next job. Want your job listed here? Contact leo@newbedfordguide.com.

Administrative Inventory Control Assistant – Northern Wind Inc.
Salary: $15.00 /hour

Job Summary:
Northern Wind, Inc endeavors to maintain a positive work environment. each employee plays a role in fostering this environment. Accordingly, we must all abide by certain rules of conduct, based on Northern Wind’s Employee Handbook. Requires working directly with production supervisors.

Responsibilities and Duties:
• Perform special assignments as required
• Enter and collect all documentation then review and complete all production work orders
• Reconciliation of inventories
• Uploading/monitoring of electronic reports

Qualifications and Skills:
• Proficient in excel, Microsoft Word, and access
• Be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Good organizational skills
• Good with numbers
• Job Type: Full-time

Experience:
• Administrative Assistant: 1 year

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Parts Salesman – Goyettes Auto Recycling
Job Type: Full-time

We are a fast paced automotive recycling facility looking for a qualified individual to sell automotive parts at Goyette’s Auto Recycling. Computer skills are a must. Knowing pinnacle system is a plus. Standard work week is 8am -5pm Monday-Friday. We offer health insurance,401k,paid holidays and vacations. Parties interested should contact Jake or Derec at Goyette’s Auto Recycling at 508-994-1801.

Experience:
• Sales: 2 years

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Dispatcher – New Bedford Police Department

PAY: $17.91hr – $21.52hr

Answers telephone calls promptly and courteously, and expeditiously routes calls to their proper destination. Immediately dispatches patrol cars, ambulances, fire apparatus, rescue squads or other personnel and equipment as may be needed to handle all complaints and requests for assistance.

Monitors the status of all units displayed on the CAD (Computer Aided Dispatching) status screens to determine their availability to respond to calls for service and is always aware of assignments of all units. Immediately notifies appropriate authority regarding any unusual occurrence or situation that may adversely affect the delivery of emergency services or any services required of the dispatch center.

Thoroughly familiar with all the various pieces of equipment within the Communications Unit and immediately initiates action when they need repairs. Exercises care in the operation of the unit and the use of all equipment, supplies and utilities. Acquires and/or maintains such computer skills necessary for the proper performance of dispatch and record keeping duties. Conducts testing of emergency systems and makes minor repairs as training allows.

Thoroughly familiar with, and strictly adheres to, all policies, procedures, rules, regulations and laws regulating the duties. Will not divulge, or permit any personnel to divulge, any information relative to any matter or person, without the permission of appropriate authority in accordance with the provisions of all applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations and laws.

High school graduate or GED equivalent. One to three years’ experience in general office procedures, dealing with the public, computer knowledge and public safety preferred. Basic knowledge of the principles involved in the operation of radio telephone, computers and related communication equipment. Preference will be given to applicants who have certification on NCC/LEAPS (National Communications Center/Law Enforcement Agencies Processing Systems) computer, Telecommunication certification, CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) and EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatching). Ability to communicate clearly and concisely under emergency conditions orally and in writing. Must pass an in-depth police background check. Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion and good judgment.

For more information, please visit: http://www.newbedford-ma.gov/personnel/employment/employment-opportunities/

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

Commercial and Personal Lines Insurance Department (CSR) – Local Insurance Agency
$45,000 – $55,000 a year – Full-time, Commission

Fairly new insurance agency is looking to hire 2 more people with their property and casualty insurance license to add to their already great team! We are looking for people who know how to work hard and have fun at the same time- strike a good balance! *Monday- Friday, 9-5, $17-$25 hour plus commission monthly. Inbound and outbound calls and you MUST have your property and casualty insurance license. Send in your resume or text to 508-264-9789.

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Patient Coordinator – Benevis
Ready to change lives (including your own)? Dentist owned and operated since 2002, Kool Smiles is dedicated to creating a world of happy, healthy smiles. We believe every person deserves access to quality, affordable dental care — and this mission drives everything we do. We are looking for a Patient Coordinator ready to create memorable patient experiences. Kool Smiles is not your typical dentist office, so if you are ready to have fun and make a difference, keep reading!

Below are the basics of this role:
• The Patient Coordinator is responsible for providing quality customer service to patients and parents at check-in and check-out as well as responsible for verifying patient insurance eligibility and service limits.
• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient
• Greet parents and patients when they enter or leave the office
• Ensure parents who are waiting are kept informed of the progress of their appointment or child
• Maintain a clean and tidy waiting area and front desk area
• Verify patient insurance eligibility prior to appointment and ensure information is correct in the patient’s Boomerang file
• Ensure service limits are recorded and communicated with the clinical team prior to treating the patient
• Ensure all patient files are ready (pull file, update patient record, verify insurance and service limits) before the patient’s appointment
• Coordinate with Clinical Team Leader and Doctors to provide the opportunity for same day care to patients
• Assist with meeting office financial targets by ensuring the hygiene and operative schedules are full
• Schedule follow-up operatory and six month recall appointments for patients
• Answer incoming calls and direct the caller to the proper person, taking messages when necessary
• Ensure our patients are receiving the dental care they need by making outbound calls to confirm patients, to reschedule patients that do not make their appointment, and to call patients that have treatment that needs to be completed
• Ensure all patient records are re-filed at the end of the day

Ready to do more than the basics and be super awesome?
• Have fun and make sure our patients are having fun too
• Provide memorable patient experiences by showing compassion for our patients and parents
• Get out into your community — participate in local events including school screenings, presentations and any opportunity to promote a positive image of Kool Smiles
• Look around and do more than you are asked to do by assisting with other office duties as needed
• Participate in morning huddles (hey, even ask to run one!), let your peers know how much you appreciate them, highlight great examples of customer focus, collaboration etc
• Integrity, always do the right thing!
• Love working with kids (they make up 70% or more of our patient base)

And yes, there are requirements for this role:
• Graduation from a senior high school or GED equivalent
• Office experience in a dentist’s or physician’s office, preferred
• Experience with children’s dentistry, preferred
• Take care of our patients and we will take care of you:

We offer a very competitive salary and benefits package as well as growth opportunities to our full –time employees. Other Kool Smiles benefits include: medical, dental, vision and optional life insurance. We also offer short and long term disability, 401K with match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, company holidays and much much more!

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Experienced Heavy Wrecker Driver – Assured Collision, Inc
Full Time
Assured Collision Inc is expanding our Heavy Division.We are seeking an experienced heavy driver (must be willing to drive both wrecker & landoll/lowboy). Need positive attitude, great work ethic, customer service skills and good driving record. Some night and weekend shifts are required. We offer above average pay, 401K, health insurance, sick and personal time. If you feel as if you are a team oriented individual and would be a great fit for this position, stop by to fill out an application. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm 774-992-7780 Assured Collision 314 Church St New Bedford, MA

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Admin Coordinator – New Bedford Parks, Recreation & Beaches

PAY: $46,639 – $58,303

Provides administrative support to the Department of Parks Recreation & Beaches; manages day-to-day duties in an efficient and timely manner; attends meetings; processes accounts receivables, accounts payables and payroll for Department; performs technical and administrative duties as requested by supervisor.

Performs office administrative duties dealing with incoming and outgoing correspondence, mailings, phone calls, forms, requests, bills, permits and fees; ensures all correspondence is sent or received through follow-up procedures; applies corrective office policies to ensure maximum efficiency. Manages the special event process for the department. This includes collecting fees if applicable, estimating fees, scheduling events with organizers and monitoring events. Works with other City departments to make sure events are approved and in compliance with the requirements of this department and Park Board.

High school degree or GED equivalent. College degree preferred. Two years of administrative, professional or relevant experience. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Dunkin Donuts – Fairhaven & New Bedford

Dunkin’ Donuts is hiring for multiple positions in New Bedford and Fairhaven.

The job pays $11 an hour plus tips!

Benefits for employees that meet qualifications include:

Paid vacation & health insurance.

Want to apply?
Call: 508-995-0513 and they will match you up to a store nearest you to set up an interview.

You can also email:now-hiring@dalykenney.com

Patient Access Coordinator – Steward Health Care
Part-time

Ensures the integrity of all data collected at time of registration to ensure accurate patient identification, help ensure patient safety collects and/or facilitates accurate and timely payment for services provided, and delivers superior customer service to internal and external customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Greets, receives and escorts patients as required and consistent with customer service guidelines
• Collects and verifies patient demographic, insurance eligibility, and financial information/responsibility and accurately documents in hospital computer system(s)
• Responsible for consistent and accurate use and execution of department SOP’s (established operating procedures) and supporting tools, software, websites
• Identifies current and prior patient responsible balances, educates patients on their financial responsibilities, and collects same
• Screens self pay patients, identifies potential solution(s), and facilitates solution application process (manual and/or electronic) or patient payment as appropriate
• Interviews patients bedside as needed to facilitate timely and effective solutions (ED only)
• Assists patients in establishing secured installments plans when applicable
• Ensures all hospital and regulatory requirements are met (including, but not limited to, signatures, distributing patient rights, health care proxies, HIPAA requirements etc.)
• Ensures completion of registration paperwork to facilitate efficient patient flow
• Meets performance standards established by Patient Access leadership, including but not limited to: quality, collections, customer service, screening/solution rates, productivity)
• Delivers exemplary customer service for patients in accordance with hospital expectations / guidelines
• Works effectively with patient access peers and other hospital departments
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
• Aptitude for / familiarity with patient access tools, systems, and technologies
• Excellent customer service/communications skills.
• Comfortable with collection process
• Comfortable with securing solutions for uninsured patients
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology preferred.
• Proven ability and/or expressed willingness to work as part of a team

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER:
I. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
II. Experience: 1-2 years experience in a hospital/clinic/physician office or related field preferred
III. Certification/Licensure:
IV. Software/Hardware: General comfort with computer systems / software applications

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Health Unit Coordinator – Southcoast Health System
Temporary

Under general supervision of Manager, Patient Care or Designee, perform a variety of office, secretarial and other related duties both within and in support of assigned unit. Responsible for efficient and effective coordination of services which ensure completion of daily activities of individual assigned nursing unit. Plan, organize, and direct all unit patient focused support activities including but not limited to coordinating ancillary patient/unit services and requests for equipment/supplies. Assist the Manager, Patient Care or Designee with duties and responsibilities as directed.

Equal to completion of four years of high school plus additional specialized courses or training. Completion and passing of the Medical Terminology course is required. Computer skills including knowledge of the Meditech computer system and related secretarial experience are preferred. Over three months up to and including one year of related work experience.

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Sr Systems Analyst – New Bedford Police

PAY: $73,731 – $92,170

Manages all Police computer network, servers and equipment; installs and maintains department computers, printers, servers, cameras and radio equipment. Monitors and troubleshoot end user problems with software, hardware and network. Maintains a variety of Microsoft based databases and data in department storage.

Performs ongoing review of existing systems’ software and hardware, and researches and quotes new software, hardware and equipment to serve the needs of the department.

Oversees upgrades to 911 systems. Oversees and develops camera and video surveillance technology and analysis of emerging technology.

Investigates and resolves computer software problems of users; talks to users to learn procedures followed and source of error; answers questions, applying knowledge of computer software and procedures; researches problem and finds solution.

May be required to work nights and weekends as needed to complete project tasks or handle emergencies as they arise.
Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or a related discipline. At least three years of experience in computer science, computer programming, software or related work experience. Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Considerable knowledge of local area networks, Windows Server 2008, SQL Server 2005 & higher, vmware Virtualization, Active Directory, PowerShell, TCP/IP, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, Cloud Computing, Exchange 2010, SAN Storage, McAfee virus, Tyler Technologies, IMC Software, MUNIS Software and in surveillance camera technologies.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or email the Personnel Dept. at personnel@newbedford-ma.gov. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

Patient Coordinator – Kool Smiles

Ready to change lives (including your own)? Dentist owned and operated since 2002, Kool Smiles is dedicated to creating a world of happy, healthy smiles. We believe every person deserves access to quality, affordable dental care — and this mission drives everything we do. We are looking for a Patient Coordinator ready to create memorable patient experiences. Kool Smiles is not your typical dentist office, so if you are ready to have fun and make a difference, keep reading!

Below are the basics of this role:
• The Patient Coordinator is responsible for providing quality customer service to patients and parents at check-in and check-out as well as responsible for verifying patient insurance eligibility and service limits.
• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient
• Greet parents and patients when they enter or leave the office
• Ensure parents who are waiting are kept informed of the progress of their appointment or child
• Maintain a clean and tidy waiting area and front desk area
• Verify patient insurance eligibility prior to appointment and ensure information is correct in the patient’s Boomerang file
• Ensure service limits are recorded and communicated with the clinical team prior to treating the patient
• Ensure all patient files are ready (pull file, update patient record, verify insurance and service limits) before the patient’s appointment
• Coordinate with Clinical Team Leader and Doctors to provide the opportunity for same day care to patients
• Assist with meeting office financial targets by ensuring the hygiene and operative schedules are full
• Schedule follow-up operatory and six month recall appointments for patients
• Answer incoming calls and direct the caller to the proper person, taking messages when necessary
• Ensure our patients are receiving the dental care they need by making outbound calls to confirm patients, to reschedule patients that do not make their appointment, and to call patients that have treatment that needs to be completed
• Ensure all patient records are re-filed at the end of the day

Ready to do more than the basics and be super awesome?
• Have fun and make sure our patients are having fun too
• Provide memorable patient experiences by showing compassion for our patients and parents
• Get out into your community — participate in local events including school screenings, presentations and any opportunity to promote a positive image of Kool Smiles
• Look around and do more than you are asked to do by assisting with other office duties as needed
• Participate in morning huddles (hey, even ask to run one!), let your peers know how much you appreciate them, highlight great examples of customer focus, collaboration etc
• Integrity, always do the right thing!
• Love working with kids (they make up 70% or more of our patient base)

And yes, there are requirements for this role:
• Graduation from a senior high school or GED equivalent
• Office experience in a dentist’s or physician’s office, preferred
• Experience with children’s dentistry, preferred
• Take care of our patients and we will take care of you:
• We offer a very competitive salary and benefits package as well as growth opportunities to our full –time employees.
• Kool Smiles benefits include: medical, dental, vision and optional life insurance. We also offer short and long term disability, 401K with match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, company holidays and much much more!

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

New Directions Southcoast 2018 Summer Jobs Application

New Directions Southcoast Inc. is announcing that starting Tuesday, February 20, 2018 summer job applications will be available to New Bedford youth age 14-21 from 2:00PM-4:00PM at the New Directions Youth Annex, 5 Dover St., 2nd floor, downtown New Bedford. Summer applications will be available in hard copy only at the Youth Annex, Monday-Friday from 2:00PM-4:00PM from February 20-March 9. Youth must be at least age 14 to pick up an application. Applications will not be distributed after March 9, 2018.

All youth are required to be present to receive an application, attend scheduled appointments, return completed application and supportive documents and meet eligibility requirements to be considered for this youth program.

Recruitment for the “Winter Jobs” program for out-of-school youth is ongoing and youth age 17-24 who are not attending High School may pick up an application at the Youth Annex Monday-Friday from 10:00AM-2:00PM. The Winter Jobs program offers free pre-employment training and a four week paid work experience with potential for permanent employment.

New Directions is the Career Center operator for the Greater New Bedford Workforce Investment Board and the administrator of Title 1 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act for adults and Youth Works summer jobs programs for youth. New Directions provides employment and training services to eligible youth ages 14-24 living in the Greater New Bedford area. State funding for summer jobs is funded by YouthWorks, through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. The YouthWorks program is administered by the Commonwealth Corporation. For more information, please contact the New Directions Youth Annex, (508) 979-1700 or on Facebook at Greater New Bedford Youth Annex (New Directions).

Central Office Transportation and Reception Secretary – Dartmouth Public Schools
If you are interested in applying for this position, please do so by submitting a formal cover letter and current resume to Dr. Bonny L. Gifford, Superintendent of Schools, 8 Bush Street, Dartmouth MA 02748 or by emailing the same to the attention of Dr. Gifford’s administrative assistant, Kate Genthner, at kathleengenthner@dartmouthschools.org.

If you are responding via email, please submit your application response by attaching a single PDF file (i.e, cover letter and resume) to your email.

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Office Assistant – Atlantic Chimney Inc (West Wareham)
Job Type: Part-time

Office position: Looking for someone to work in our satellite office. Thorough knowledge of quickbooks is required. Experience with excel, customer service, office procedures and have a good work ethic. Please call Bill at 781-473-3160

Experience:
Quickbooks: 10 years

If you are responding via email, please submit your application response by attaching a single PDF file (i.e, cover letter and resume) to your email.

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Management Analyst – New Bedford Police

PAY: $58,957 – $73,703

Performs technical, analytical and administrative duties related to crime and criminal intelligence. Researches, collects and analyzes data to identify and formulate conclusions about crime trends; assists in the development of proactive strategies and methods for the preventions and suppression of criminal activities.

Prepares summaries of crime statistics and reports on projections of long-term changes and crime trends, and assists with the developments.

Collects, analyzes and disseminates statistics; uses information gathered to assist in planning the development of resources for preventing and suppressing criminal activities, aiding the investigative process, increasing apprehensions, clearing cases and analyzing information to identify similarities, patterns and trends among different offenses to assist in identifying suspects and predicting criminal activity.

Compiles and analyzes information from various sources on crime and criminal intelligence to identify patterns or trends and the mode of operation and potential suspects, then prepares analytical and statistical reports, charts, graphs, maps, bulletins and other written reports.

Develops and maintains data bases relative to criminal activity that is easily accessed; audits and maintains crime analysis data. Applies all concepts of criminal, intelligence, analytical and administrative analysis to the concepts of problem-oriented policing and Intelligence-led policing.

Bachelor’s degree in criminology, criminal science, criminal psychology, GIS, criminal justice or related field preferred, and at least two years of experience as a crime analyst or other associated analyst field. Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database software; customer service techniques; functions of law enforcement.

Preferred Experience: two years’ experience in law enforcement records; teletype familiarity; understanding of the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) and guidelines. Working experience in ArcGIS and/or Maptitude for mapping and data analysis software like SPSS, STATA, Matlab, Analyze as well as Data visualization software such as Tableau, InfoGram, Data Wrapper or similar types.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

Environmental Enforcement Inspector – City of New Bedford

PAY: $15.80hr – $21.52hr

Conducts inspections, investigations and communication/outreach activities throughout the City to ensure compliance with all City, State and Federal requirements.

Assists with implementation of meter program, backflow prevention device testing and sewer deduct meter inspection program. Ensures customer compliance with City Ordinances, as well as any State and/or Federal regulations.

Issues Violation Notices to achieve compliance with regulations. Initiates litigation against parties who fail to comply with departmental notices.

Responsible for maintaining organized documentation and record keeping of Water Division programs. Assists with data management of Water Division, including but not limited to, digitization of existing records, distribution system maintenance and repair records, and the City’s data management program.

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possession of a Backflow Prevention Device Testing/Inspection license and proficiency in digital data management preferred. Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

Assistant Project Manager – City of New Bedford

PAY: $46,639 – $58,303

Provides administrative support to the respective Department; manages day-to-day clerical duties in an efficient and timely matter; attends meetings, prepares and transcribes meeting minutes; processes accounts receivables, accounts payables, and payroll for Department; performs technical and administrative duties as requested from supervisor. Receive and review reports pertaining to specific Department matters; analyze and provide documentation of the filing of reports; follow-up with appropriate employees regarding information contained in reports. Process, manage, and review financial items for Department including accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant budgets, purchase orders, contracts, bids, payroll, and monthly reconciliations.

High school diploma or GED equivalent. Two years of administrative, professional, or relevant experience. Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, mandatory by MGL Chapter 6 Sec 172C.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Lifeguard (Seasonal) – AIF Dartmouth, LLC
$13 an hour – Part-time, Temporary

Summer lifeguards wanted for luxury apartment community pool. Ask about the bonus! Call 508-990-7878 now! Part Time! Swim and swimming in the nice weather at your job! Open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Hourly rate plus bonus!

Red Cross certification required. License or certification: Red Cross Lifeguard & First Aid (Required).

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Garage Attendant – City of New Bedford

PAY: $13.99hr – $18.51hr

Maintains and performs minor repairs of all City vehicles. Road calls for flat tires, dead batteries and lockouts. Pumps gas and diesel fuel into cars, trucks and other municipal vehicles; records fuel and other parts and supplies used, picks up parts and supplies; performs minor repairs, changes light bulbs, basic fluid checks, etc.; cleans and washes vehicles, maintains cleanliness of work area.

Must have valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record. Operates a motor vehicle on a regular basis. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Emergency Medical Technician – City of New Bedford

PAY: $13.39hr – $19.12hr

Responds to given locations with lights and siren, driving in a defensive manner, obeying the rules of the road.

Working alongside a Paramedic, stabilizes patients at scene, i.e. CPR, airway management, control bleeding, assists in starting IV, splints body as needed using proper equipment to load patient into ambulance.

Prepares patient care reports contiguous with incidents to ensure continuity of care for the EMS Office, billing records and physician information.

Ensures that equipment is in proper places and in good working order, cleans equipment and patient care compartment in order to have the ambulance ready for the next response. Replaces stock used in the course of patient care as required.

Contacts the Dispatch Center in order to inform them of status relative to response, arrival, availability, deployment of additional resources for any other reason necessary for operation.

Minor vehicle maintenance, which includes washing; checking oil, water, fuel; washing floors and cleaning windows.

Attends re-certification classes in order to maintain certification.

Applicants must possess current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (Ambulance) by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and current certification as a Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association (M.G.L., Chapter 111c, sections 3 and 6). Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record.

This position is subject to re-certification by the State Office of Emergency Medical Service.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

Local Building Inspector – City of New Bedford

PAY: $16.89hr – $25.86hr

Enforces all provisions of 780 CMR, 521 CMR (Architectural Access Board) and any other State statutes, rules and regulations, and ordinances and bylaws, which empower the building official. Explains, interprets and provides guidance regarding all applicable codes within area of responsibility to architects, engineers, contractors, developers and other interested parties.

Works with departments to review residential properties that pose a health safety or risk to the community and are abandoned. Undertakes activities associated with code, safety and health review of violations specifically on abandoned properties targeted by the Housing Task Force. Conducts an initial visual inspection of abandoned residential properties to identify the occupancy status and the nature and extent of health, safety or code violations.

At least five years of experience in the supervision of building construction or design; or a four-year degree in a field related to building construction or design; or an Associate’s degree in a field related to building construction or design; or any combination of education and experience, which would confer equivalent knowledge and ability as determined by the BBRS. In addition, such persons shall have had general knowledge of the accepted requirements for building construction, fire prevention, light, ventilation and safe egress; as well as a general essential for safety, comfort and convenience of the occupants of a building or structure. Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record. Must have a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, mandatory by MGL Chapter 6 Sec. 172C.

For complete job description and application instructions, visit www.newbedford-ma.gov. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Parking Supervisor – City of New Bedford

PAY: $14.31-$17.88/hr

Enforces parking regulations and restrictions. Receives daily assignments, which determine assigned area of responsibilities. Obtains information from the supervisor, or designee, requiring special attention. Patrols particular assigned areas at the supervisor’s discretion. Check for any and all parking violations, including, but not limited to: expired meters, parking abusers, expired stickers/registration plates, “No Parking” areas, loading zones, time zones, fire hydrants, driveways, handicap parking and handicap ramps.

High school graduate or GED equivalent. Ability to read and write English. Ability to reference codes for specific violations. Possession of valid Massachusetts driver’s license with a good driving record. Operates a motor vehicle on a regular basis. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Water Treatment Plant Operator – City of New Bedford

PAY: $23.00hr

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of treatment facilities and systems.

Adjusts equipment, as indicated, to regulate the flow of water and control the amount of treatment chemicals added; must assist with maintenance programs throughout the treatment plant, watershed and distribution system.

Accurately records plant data and makes associated computations as necessary, as well as maintains operation logs; maintains optimum process control via sampling, laboratory testing, and machinery and equipment inspections and adjustments.

Adheres to specific weekly schedule of responsibilities including chemical and preventative maintenance; assume responsibility of handling chemicals in a safe and efficient manner.

Exhibits good attitude expected of employees in a health-related field; assumes responsibility for maintaining the plant in a clean and orderly fashion.

Must assume responsibility for plant operations when on duty.

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, supplemented by four years’ experience as an attendant of a water/wastewater facility required. Possession of a Grade III Drinking Water Operator license. Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license with good driving record. Must have a telephone and own transportation. This employee is subject to twenty-four hour call.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 314, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

Director of Facilities & Fleet – City of New Bedford

PAY: $88,642 – $110,811

* Directs and administers all activities of the Facilities and Fleet Management Department.
* Oversees maintenance and capital needs of City buildings and fleet.
* Delegates various responsibilities to capable and competent subordinates that will ensure a positive outcome.
* Manages the budget using responsible and sound fiscal practices.
* Makes decisions regarding City owned assets in the best interest of the stakeholders while protecting assets and their value
within the limits of the budget.
* Monitors all leases of City owned property, unless under the custody and control of another department. Ensures that all lease conditions are being met.
* Allocates resources to satisfy the maintenance and capital needs of approximately 90 City buildings.
* Investigates advanced methods and technologies of accomplishing tasks that will result in greater efficiency.

Technical Degree in engineering, building trades, public administration, facility management, or a related field. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979- 1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Water System Maintenance Worker – City of New Bedford

PAY: $13.99hr – $18.51hr

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Taps water mains 4” to 48” in size with a small taping machine from ¾” to 2”; repairs hydrants, gate valves. Performs other work in connection with the maintenance, construction, and repairs of the distribution, collection (and Highway System.) Installs water meters, operates gate valves, and service shutoffs. Capable of reading service cards, gate and hydrant location books and plans. Performs semi-skilled manual work in the construction, operation and maintenance of distribution and collection systems, including work on reservoirs treatment plants, pump stations and water gates. Cuts, lays and caulks water pipes using machine or hand tools forcing sealing compound into joints to make them watertight; pumps water from trenches; digs, braces and backfills excavations for the purpose of locating pipe leaks or preparing areas for laying pipes. Replaces worn and broken parts in distribution and collection systems. Operates motor equipment.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Education and Experience: Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent preferred.
* Requires one year of prior experience.
* Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be able to work with hydrants, water gates,
* valves and collection system related equipment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license with a good driving record. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013. Subject to call seven days a week/twenty four hours a day for emergency work. This position is deemed essential personnel and must report for duty during emergency situations.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Performs semi-skilled manual work using taping machines; various digging devices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
* The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Duties require frequent and extended periods of outside work, subject to all weather conditions and extremes; walking, standing, climbing, and frequent periods requiring sustained uncomfortable physical positions; regular and sustained periods of strenuous physical exertion, requiring the ability to lift, carry and position heavy objects utilizing proper body mechanics and techniques.
* Operation of equipment that causes loud noise levels and high vibrations; may require the exercise of caution when operating equipment or handling chemicals or other toxic materials; utilization of proper sanitary precautions when handling trash, garbage and other potential hazards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works outdoors in all types of situations and weather conditions. Works with water and sewage.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Diesel Engine Repairman – City of New Bedford

PAY: $15.42hr – $23.00hr

Performs various types of skilled repairs on all types of diesel equipment in use by the City to determine repair costs, maintenance work in the area of electrical, fuel, ejectors, and ignition problems. Disassembles, overhauls, removes and replaces all types of engines. Assembles and disassembles transmissions. Knowledge of various hydraulic systems, clutch replacements and components. Performs track replacements and various components, brake jobs, and other miscellaneous maintenance tasks requested. Works on emergency vehicles. Performs all preventative maintenance and any related work. Ability to write detailed reports and estimate repair costs.

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent preferred. Must have at least three years of full-time paid experience in the field of repairing diesel equipment, knowledge of job hazards, handling of equipment, special tools and test equipment. Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license. Possession of Class B CDL or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire. Operates a motor vehicle on a regular basis. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO New Bedford has a residency requirement.

City Planner – City of New Bedford

PAY: $82,843 – $103,562

Manage and supervise planning operations to achieve goals within available resources; plan and organize workloads and staff assignments; train, motivate and evaluate assigned staff; review progress and direct changes as needed. Provide professional planning and land use advice to supervisors and other officials; make private and public presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups and the public. Review all building permits and Certificates of Occupancy; draft and review updates and revisions to the Zoning Code of Ordinances; work with developers and applicants to ensure efficient permitting process and quality process.

Master’s Degree in planning or a closely related discipline. At least five years of experience in municipal planning or a closely related field. Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, mandatory by MGL Chapter 6 Sec 172C.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Interested in applying? See full details and how to apply here.

Building Custodian – City of New Bedford

PAY: $13.71hr-$18.04hr

Provides custodial and minor maintenance functions for municipal buildings. Cleans, dusts, sweeps, buffs and washes floors; washes windows; changes light bulbs; polices grounds; sweeps sidewalks; mows lawns; removes snow and ice; maintains custodial equipment; empties waste receptacles; operates low pressure heating and ventilating systems; orders custodial supplies; makes minor repairs to buildings, facilities, equipment, and heating, lighting, ventilation, and plumbing systems; performs related work in all assigned areas as required. Moves and sets up furniture and equipment.

Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record. Operates a motor vehicle on a regular basis. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013.

For more information please visit: www.newbedford-ma.gov.

_______________________________________________________________

Have a job to add to the Hot Jobs List? Contact leo@newbedfordguide.com.




New Bedford High School inducts 70 into National Honor Society

New Bedford High School inducted 70 students into its chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) at a May 24 evening ceremony in Bronspiegel Auditorium that began with a candlelight procession, a NHS tradition. Attended by family, friends, faculty, administration and city leaders, the ceremony included the recitation of NHS Pledge, presentation of NHS Certificates of Induction and the donning of the NHS academic stole, which will be worn at Commencement Exercises in June.

Addressing the inductees Mayor Jon Mitchell noted that “a great many American leaders and those who have contributed to advancements in every walk of life have been members of the National Honor Society. We’re here to honor you for that same commitment to excellence and to congratulate you and your families in striving toward the highest standards of scholarship and service.”

Dr. Pia Durkin, Superintendent of New Bedford Public Schools observed to inductees “you had to dig down deep over many months and years and want to achieve this honor. Remember always that you are NBHS Whalers and as such you have a special responsibility in this city to practice leadership by example in all you do – precisely because you are exemplary.”

Headmaster Bernadette Coelho called on inductees “to make a difference here at New Bedford High School every day as you walk through our school doors; live the National Honor Society ideal and model it for all 2,000 of our students. Demonstrate to others your enthusiasm for learning, but most importantly, through your words and deeds, foster kindness and respect toward everyone you meet. This is living the NHS Pledge, which dovetails with New Bedford High School’s core values: responsibility, respect, determination, pride and creativity.”

2018 Inductees to the New Bedford High School Chapter of the National Honor Society:

Samuele Abi-Younes, Grace Aira Valdriz, Lipi Akter, Tashawn Arabian, Sophia Arribada, Coral, Ayende Rivera, Eunice Basa, Sofia Bibars, Ethan Bousquet, Frederico Braga Canadinha, Mariela, Campos Mendez, Juan Car Aguilar, Jania Carreiro, Bridget Rose Carroll, Pedro Chach Ciprian, Juana Chach Mateo, Adan Chingo Guitierrez, Joshua Correia, David Crespo Medina, Jay-Lynn Dos Santos, Monica Eires, Andrew Eugenio, Sarah Fernandes, Victoria Freitas, Carina Gomes, Andre Gomez, Juana Gomez Cruz, Ana Gonzalez Martinez, Maranda Gray, Lexie Green, Oscar Guitierrez Garcia, Caitlyn Hodges, Janice Leao, Anna Lin, Jose Martinez, Gerson Medrano, Kasciah Mendoza, Grace Mitchell, Neyheymee Mondiere, Kamren Monteiro, Dominga Morente Cux, Christian Najarro Lopez, Zachary O’Brien, Diogo Oliveira Pimental, Jayani Oliver, Andrea Olmos Julian, Caitlyn Ortiz, Taryn Padilla, Rachel Pereira, Joao Pina Estavao, Mamunur Rahman, Denise Riobo, Frida Rodriguez, Bocanegra, Lauriany Rodriguez Silva, Rosalee Rojas, Tyler Rose, Alexa Sajbin, Kiara Seixas, Michelle Silveira, Joaquim Simoes, Marcel Sousa, Aliana Liz Tavares, Katelyn Tavares, My Tran, Sachina Tsuda, Emily Velasquez Santos, Lauren White, Liang Xu, Marie Zarate, and Meiling Zhao.

________________________________________

About the National Honor Society
The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921.