The South Coast Hot Jobs List – 10 December 2015

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 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 pull 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.

Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of December 10, 2015:

01. Freight Handler/Receiver – FHI (Freetown)
Freight Handlers needed on 1st & 2nd shifts! These are full time positions with benefits starting after 60 days. Handlers unload trailers delivering product to general merchandise distribution warehouses and use powered industrial equipment (Powered pallet jacks, Fork lifts, Dock stockers) as the primary means of removing product from the trailer; however, hand stacking cases of product is an integral and repetitive part of the unloading process. Work is performed in a warehouse setting and is physically demanding. Full job descriptions here.

02. HVAC Service & Installation Technician
Brodeur & Sons, Inc., is currently seeking EXPERIENCED HVAC SERVICE & INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN for an immediate opening. Oil burner license and CDL/Hazmat license a plus, but not necessary. If you are a hard worker with dedication to superior customer service, please call our office for an interview. We can be reached at 508-995-5151 or at phbrodeur@aol.com. Or stop by our office at 525 Church Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, office hours are Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm. Full details and application process here.

03. Server/Ice Cream Scooper Friendly’s (Fairhaven)
reat our fragile premium ice creams and toppings with total respect and pride. Make products as fast as possible with precision and fantastic eye appearance- each one a work of art! Expedite orders from the window to the dining room. Look for sampling opportunities. Monitor and restock the retail cases, make certain they are always perfectly neat. Coordinate all online orders to insure they are complete and modifiers are correctly done. Full details and application process here.

04. Crew Member – Wendy’s (Fairhaven)
The responsibilities and qualifications described above are for positions at Wendy’s International, Inc. company-owned and operated restaurants. A large percentage of Wendy’s restaurants are independently owned and operated franchised Wendy’s restaurants. Job descriptions, compensation, benefits and other employment terms and conditions applicable to positions at independent franchised Wendy’s Restaurants will vary and are determined solely by the Franchisee. Full details and application process here.

05. Assistant Farm Manager – Sid Wainer & So (Dartmouth, MA)
Summary/Objective: The Assistant Farm Manager is to assist the Farm Manager in the day to day operations of a 50 acre farm in Dartmouth, MA including harvesting and picking, as well as operating farm machinery. Full details and application process here.

06. Office Manager III – H&R Block
An Office Manager III manages the day-to-day office operations, management and performance of an H&R Block tax office. The Office Manager II serves as the front-line manager responsible for office growth, leadership and development. An Office Manager III is generally responsible for all aspects of a large size tax office operation. Full details and application process here.

07. Server/Cashier – Papa Gino’s
Greets each guest upon arrival, itemizes each order and collects guest’s payment for order utilizing the Point of Sale register system. Greets guests with a smile as they enter the restaurant and portrays a professional demeanor at all times. Itemizes and totals guest order using Point of Sale register system. Accepts guests’payments for orders and returns correct change or credit receipt. Full details and application process here.

08. Seasonal Tax Preparer – CliftonLarsonAllen (New Bedford)
CliftonLarsonAllen, one of the nation’s largest public accounting and professional services firms with more than 50 years of experience of providing excellent service to our clients and great career opportunities for our people, wants you to join our team! We are seeking a Seasonal Tax Preparer to join our New Bedford or Quincy, MA office. This is a part-time position with variable hours based on business needs, but will require a commitment from mid-January to mid-April. Full details and application process here.

09. Shift Supervisor – Rite Aid
The primary purpose of this position is to provide direction and assistance in the completion of daily merchandise and operating tasks and to perform such other duties as assigned by the Store Manager and/or Assistant Store Manager. The incumbent is required to perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and applicable laws. This position does not involve, hiring, firing, or disciplining associates or recommending any such action. Situations surrounding these issues should be brought to the attention of the Store Manager and/or Assistant Store Manager. Full details and application process here.

10. Head Fitness Trainer – Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness
The Healthtrax Head Trainer reports directly to the Fitness Director and supports fitness team training, administration and Personal Training Sales presentations at the center. The HT is a member of the “Sales Certified” staff and participates in conducting Healthy Start 1 appointments for new members and presenting personal training programs and rates. The HT also backs up the Fitness Director (FD) with supporting team sales presentations, and serves as a service champion, assisting with Healthy Start processes, circuit scheduling and coverage. Full details and application process here.

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