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The Greater New Bedford unemployment rate is much higher than the rest of Massachusetts, but believe it or not there really are a lot of jobs available for qualified applicants. Sometimes the barrier to a new job can be the lack of information on available job openings.
To solve this, each week New Bedford Guide will be working with the New Directions Southcoast (also known as the Greater New Bedford Career Center) and pulling jobs from our jobs database to inform job seekers about the hottest jobs in the area.
We will define “Hot Jobs” as those jobs that need to be filled by the employer immediately. For those looking to search some large job databases, checkout my Best Job Search Resources for New Bedford Residents article. Unless noted otherwise, those interested in these positions or want more information should go to the Greater New Bedford Career Center at 618 Acushnet Avenue.
Here are the Hot Jobs from the Greater New Bedford Career Center as of July 2nd, 2014:
1. Accounting/Bookkeeping #4288409
Knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks & Excel. Ability to understand General Accounting Principles. At least 2 years’ experience needed.
2. Custom Support Representative #4273619
Motivated to perform repetitive actions with a strong work ethic, follow up and relationship building skills. The Custom Production Associate Perform assignments involving all areas of JA Custom (made-to-measure) production support and provide assistance in the overall success of the company by accomplishing tasks accurately and in a timely manner, as well as abiding by all company policies and regulations.
3. Engineering (Timestudy) Technician $4273618
The Technician performs assignments encompassing all areas of engineering support in a manner which reflects the professionalism of the department and assists in the overall success of the company by maintaining a professional work ethic, accomplishing tasks accurately, and abiding by company policies and regulations.
4. Carpenter #4294297
Looking for an experienced carpenter with transportation to work in the area working on high end restoration projects. No smoking during work hours, drug-free company with a dress code. Due to high end projects, must be neat in appearance, communicate well with customers and have good work ethics. Must have own hand tools.
5. Carpenter’s Helper #4294303
Looking for a carpenter’s helper with transportation to work in the area working on high end restoration projects. No smoking during work hours, drug-free company and dress code required. Due to high end projects, must have a neat appearance, communicate well with customers and have good work ethics. Must have own basic hand tools. Willing to train.
6. Quality Assurance Assistant #4283162
Candidate will work with our engineering teams to create and review incoming raw material requirements for our products. Duties include, incoming material inspection, material testing and data entry. Must have good communication skills, heavy lifting up to (70 lbs. is required). High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
7. Health Manager #4273614
RN with minimum of one (1) year pediatric experience. Community health experience helpful. Good organizational and communication skills required. Driver’s license required. Occasional travel for meetings and conferences. Plan and coordinate health services for comprehensive Head Start Program serving children 3 – 5 years old and their families.
8. Accounts Manager #4273612
Full-time opportunity to work in the finance office of NorthStar Learning Centers, a New Bedford, MA-based nonprofit organization. Ideal candidate must be energetic, creative and have experience in dealing with finance operations. Some coursework in bookkeeping and a minimum of one year of experience with accounts receivables and accounts payables. Non-profit experience strongly preferred.
9. Accounts Clerk #4273609
Full-time opportunity to work in the finance office of NorthStar Learning Centers, a New Bedford, MA-based nonprofit organization. Ideal candidate must be energetic, creative and have experience in dealing with finance operations. Some coursework in bookkeeping and a minimum of one year of experience with accounts receivables and accounts payables. Non-profit experience strongly preferred.
10. Certified Nurses Aide#4309145
Will train the right candidate with some background. You must be available to work every other weekend. This is a part-time position.
Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of July 2nd, 2014:
1. Accounts Payable Clerk – Fernandes Masonry, Inc.
Full details and application process here.
2. Assistant Manager – 836 Ashley Blvd. Domino’s
Full details and application process here.
3. Customer Account Representative – Rent-A-Center
Full details and application process here.
4. Fitness Sales Advisor – Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness (Dartmouth)
Full details and application process here.
5. Shift Supervisor – Rite Aid (Dartmouth)
Full details and application process here.
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