The South Coast Hot Jobs List – June 23, 2019

Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of June 23, 2019. Click the right arrow to browse the next job. Want your job listed here? Contact leo@newbedfordguide.com.

Closing Drivers and Customer Service Reps – Domino’s Pizza

Domino’s Pizza of New Bedford is now hiring for closing drivers with night-time availability and customer service representative positions. The positions offered are for full and part-time shifts with weekend availability. You must apply ONLINE no in-store applications.

Closing Pizza Delivery Driver
Domino’s Pizza
Join Our Award-Winning Team! $15 to $18 starting pay including tips and daily mileage reimbursement, flexible hours, positive team atmosphere!

Requirements to join the team with the best-compensated drivers in the business:

  • Enthusiasm, acceptable basic math and spelling skills.
  • Commitment to teamwork.
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must have reliable vehicle.
  • Valid driver’s license for 1 year or longer, with good driving history.
  • Must be 21-years-old or more.
  • Bilingual is a plus.

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Domino’s Team Member (Customer Service/Pizza Maker)
Domino’s Pizza

Make Great Pizzas, Make Great Dough! We are searching for qualified customer service reps with personality and people skills. We’re growing so fast it’s hard to keep up, and that means Domino’s has lots of ways for you to grow (if that’s what you want), perhaps to management, perhaps beyond. Whether it’s your hobby, main-gig, or supplemental job, drop us a line. We’re bound to have just the thing for you.

Compensation: Entry-level to experienced, flexible hours, positive team atmosphere! Performance-based pay raises, move up at your pace.

Duties include operating all equipment, stocking ingredients from delivery area to storage, work area, walk-in cooler, preparing product, receiving and process telephone orders ,taking inventory and complete associated paperwork, cleaning equipment and facility approximately daily.

Requirements to join our award-winning team:

  • Enthusiasm, strong basic math and spelling skills.
  • Commitment to teamwork, desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bilingual or multilingual a plus.
  • You must be 16 years of age or older.

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To APPLY ONLINE or see more about the above jobs visit their web page here. Have questions? Call: 508-991-3030.

Food Processing Associate – Jonathan Sprouts (Rochester)

Job Description
Looking for a highly motivated individual to work in a fast paced food processing facility. This candidate should have a strong attention to detail. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to read and write English and complete paperwork. This job will include packing of food products for distribution, planting and harvesting of product in a clean room.

Hours per Week:
More than 40 (Preferred)

Pay Frequency:
Weekly

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

Job Fair – Blount Fine Foods (Fall River)

Are you looking to work with a growing company? Come see what Blount has to offer you and add some spice to your work life.
Join Blount for their Onsite Job Fair on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 from 3 PM – 6 PM at their location at 575 Currant Road, Fall River.

Have the opportunity to speak with supervisors at the event and hear about their superior benefits package, competitive wages and room for advancement. Many opportunities for machine operators, warehouse associates, food prep individuals, quality control, quality assurance and much more! See what Blount has to offer you!

Blount Fine Foods offers competitive wages, medical, dental and vision benefits; 401k with Company match and Profit Sharing Plan; Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays; Education Assistance Program; Life Insurance and Short Term Disability; Discounts on Blount products at Company retail locations.

Can’t make the job fair? Apply directly at www.blountjobs.com

Blount Fine Foods is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital, & veteran status.

Follow the event on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/622641274879351

Assembler – Micro Tech
$12 an hour, Full-time

1st shift – 7:30am to 5:30pm Tuesday through Friday. Off Sat, Sun and Mon. NEED 4 PEOPLE TO START ON TUESDAY. You will need to come to Dartmouth on Monday to complete paperwork.

You will be working on an assembly line packaging up small towels into bundles. You may be sorting rags, hanging clothes or cleaning up. There are goals to meet and good attendance is crucial.

If you are interested, apply and I will call you to come in on Monday to fill out paperwork.

Work authorization:
• United States (Required)

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

Coastal Career Academy – Nurse Assistant Training Program –
Are you at a crossroads in choosing a career path? Not sure if you want to take up a trade, attend a technical school, or university? Not necessarily keen on commuting or relocating to somewhere in central or western Massachusetts? Can’t find something that interests you at local universities?

Consider a career in a perpetually growing field: healthcare. Perhaps you’ve already considered that but unsure where to start. Are there professional facilities close by that offer study in healthcare and in a number of fields?

Coastal Career Academy is now accepting applications for their Nurse Assistant Training Program.

This program is state-certified and provides students with the skills needed to work in a variety of medical settings. Topics include physical and emotional care of patients, vital signs, communication skills, handling of stress, safety issues, and the aging process. The course consists of classroom instruction, followed by practice in a nursing lab.

In order to apply these skills in a clinical setting, approximately 24 hours will be spent in a nursing home under the supervision of the instructor.

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

• Communication Skills
• Vital Signs
• Ambulation with a gait belt
• Transferring to a wheelchair
• Body positions: supine, prone, lateral, Sim’s, and Fowler’s
• Range of motion exercises

* The course also includes Alzheimer’s Certification.

Day Classes are taking place July 22nd, Monday through Thursday from 9:00am-2:30am. Evening Classes are June 3rd-June 28th and July 8th-26th, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 6:00pm-9:30pm with four clinicals required from 4:00pm-10-00pm.

Coastal Career Academy is licensed by the Division of Professional Licensure since 1999 as a private occupational school in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts’ general laws. The nurse aide program is approved by the State Department of Public Health.

Payment plans are also available.

Interested in registering? Visit coastalcareeracademy.com/product/nurse-assistant-training/

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Coastal Career Academy
26 South Water Street
New Bedford, MA

288 Plymouth Ave., Suite 2
Fall River, MA 02721

Phone: (508) 536-5366
Fax: 508-762-1470
Email: coastalcareer@comcast.net
Website: coastalcareeracademy.com/
Facebook: facebook.com/coastalcareer/

Retail Staff – GameStop (Fairhaven)

PLEASE NOTE: Your application will be considered for all positions within this store. Some positions may not be available in all locations.

Job Summary

Assistant Store Manager – will support the Store Manager in all facets of store operations including ensuring that the store staff provides friendly, open and enthusiastic customer service, in person and on the phone. This includes answering questions and assisting with product selection, purchases, and returns. Ensure that the store is clean, well-organized, and properly merchandised at all times, and that all policies, procedures, and controls are followed. Supervise up to 5 or more Game Advisors by planning, organizing, and delegating work.

Senior Game Advisor (Shift Leader) – will assist the store management team in supervising all store activities as well as providing friendly, open and enthusiastic service to customers, in person and on the phone, including answering questions and assisting with product selection, purchase, or return. Assist with store merchandising, inventory control, loss prevention, restocking, store cleaning and maintenance.

Game Advisor (Sales Associate) – provide outstanding customer service experience using elements of GameStop’s buy, sell, trade, and reservation business model, The Circle of Life. Working under direct supervision, this position ensures customers are greeted on the sales floor, informed of trade, reservation and loyalty program benefits and thanked. Game Advisors also share product knowledge with customers, ensures products are easy to see and buy, processes customer transactions, and provides a clean, organized store environment in which to shop. The principal business outcome for this role is higher levels of overall store performance and customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements
Qualified Assistant Store Manager candidates will possess the following:

• High School diploma or GED required, some college preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 2 yrs. in retail sales, customer service, and /or management experience preferred.
• Video game knowledge preferred.

Qualified Senior Game Advisor (Shift Leader) candidates will possess the following:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Retail sales and /or management experience preferred.
• Video game knowledge preferred.

Qualified Game Advisor (Sales Associate) candidates will possess the following:

• High School diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Retail experience preferred.
• Video game knowledge preferred.

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

Production Direct Labor – Eastern Fisheries, Inc.
Full-Time

Production workers convert raw material to produce quality-finished goods. Production workers may work in any number of areas of the operations including the factory and freezers. Duties may include; cutting, cleaning and trimming of fish, preparing and operating machines, load and unload freezers, weigh, package and label product, ensuring quality assurance, maintain cleanliness in all areas of production, and perform other work as directed.

Essential Functions:
• Cleaning and trimming fillets
• Load and unload product throughout varies areas of factory and freezers
• Weigh, package, and label finished good products
• Sort and ensure proper placement of product for IQF machine operations
• Ensuring quality assurance, maintain cleanliness in all areas of production, and perform other work as directed
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and other Qualifications:
• Good dexterity for cleaning and filleting varies types of fish
• Operating seafood processing machines
• Knowledge of food safety standards,
• Be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to sort, scale and package product
• Ability to work as a team and follow directions

Preferred Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or GED.
• Seafood production experience a plus
Job Type: Full-time

Experience:
• General Labor: 1 year (Preferred)
• Production: 1 year (Preferred)

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

QA Admin – Sid Wainer & Son
$13 an hour

Summary/Objective
The Quality Assurance Administrator provides administrative support for our Quality Assurance team by entering and reviewing records within our software programs, creating & distributing reports, improving documents, supporting facility security, and other duties assigned by the QA Manager. The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong administrative background.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Adheres to all safety and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), USDA, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
2. Provides compliance guidance to Associates at facility.
3. Through use of computer, performs data entry; assists with typing/preparing reports, policies, and educational materials.
4. Plans, facilitates, tracks and coordinates internal and external audits.
5. Assists with quality assurance functions in support of needs directed by Quality Management.
6. Prepare, coordinate and document audit findings.
7. Manage the timely response and closure of all audit observations and findings.
8. Reviews and maintains corrective actions from audit findings.
9. Employee acts as a regular back up to the Quality Assurance (QA) technician.
10. Performs other functions as required.

Food Safety Responsibilities
Works with Quality Assurance Team to ensure specific Good Manufacturing Practices are being followed.
Employee shall adhere to all company food safety policies, procedures, and trainings.

Competencies
1. Technical Capacity.
2. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
3. Thoroughness.
4. Collaboration Skills.
5. Communication Proficiency.
6. Flexibility.

Required, Education and Experience:
1. High School Diploma or G.E.D required.
Experience
1. 1 year administrative experience required.
2. QA or QC experience preferred.
3. Proficient in MS Office—excel, outlook, word, etc.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

While covering for the QA tech position, employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds, and occasionally lift/move objects more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by covering this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. While covering the QA tech position, employee will work in a refrigerated warehouse setting, with some outdoor exposure during the workday.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.
The schedule is Monday 7AM-4PM and Tuesday-Friday from 8AM to 5PM. Some Saturdays may be required to cover vacations, days off, etc.

Benefits:
• Health Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holidays
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Company paid)
• Short/Long Term Disability Insurance (Company paid)
• Employee Discounts

EOE

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

Engineering Estimator – Shea Concrete Products (Rochester)
Full-time, $20.00 to $22.00 /hour

Shea Concrete Products currently has openings for Engineering Estimators at our Amesbury MA and Rochester MA locations. Positions available are for full time employment.

Engineering Estimator is responsible for assisting customers by providing technical solutions, generating drawings, handling customer inquiries and orders, and then facilitate orders through the production and delivery process. Must be able to work accurately and quickly under pressure due to the time restraints associated with the position.

Duties include:
• Drafting capabilities using AutoCAD to generate submittals and production drawings
• Reading plans to produce takeoffs and generate estimates and orders
• Generate sales quotes and orders
• Communicate with customers regarding orders, submittals, production, and delivery
• Follow order through production to delivery in order to provide a seamless customer experience

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient with computer
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) and AutoCad (or Solid Works)
• Self-motivated, disciplined, organized and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Able to manage multiple jobs running at various stages
• Enthusiastic, confident individual with a desire to work hard
• Strong attention to detail
• Capable of lifting and carrying 20lbs

About Shea Concrete Products:
Shea Concrete Products, an innovative, forward- thinking company with a reputation for providing premium quality precast concrete products to the New England market. Shea Concrete Products has three locations in Massachusetts and one in New Hampshire. We’ve served the industry for over 65 years, producing the highest-quality precast concrete products with a commitment to service.

Shea Concrete Products is a family owned and operated business with old-fashioned family values, unmatched customer service and first-rate products. We value our employees and continuously offer growth and development opportunities. We have a comprehensive medical, dental, disability and 401K retirement benefits programs.

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

Carpenters – Pimental Contractors (New Bedford)
$20,000 – $30,000 a year

General Construction company looking for Laborers with 2+experience. Must be reliable with a positive attitude. License required and good driving record a must. The ideal candidate should have basic carpentry skills. Must be able to measure and cut as well as use basic carpentry tools. Basic framing and roofing skills needed. Full-time position for serious candidates only.

Experience:
• Carpentry: 1 year (Preferred)
• Clean Driving Record: 1 year (Preferred)

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

Commissary Worker – Keefe Group (Dartmouth)
$14 an hour

General Purpose of the Job:
Assist in providing commissary operations and services to assigned KCN Commissary location

Responsibilities:
• Deliver individually packaged orders to inmates at specified correctional facilities with the supervision of a correctional officer in a timely and efficient manner including but not limited to
• Positively identify the inmate
• Obtain signature of inmate on 2 ply order receipt
• Forward 2nd copy of order receipt back to inmate
• Note any and all discrepancies or damages on both copies of order receipt
• Retain signed copy of order receipt
• Retain and dispose of all plastic bags and trash generated in process
• Account for all signed receipts
• Responsible for sending required information and reports, including timesheets, to Regional Distribution Center.
• Maintain all KCN areas/equipment/products in a neat, clean, and orderly manner and maintain American Correctional Association & American Jail Association standards/guidelines when applicable.
• Attend orientation and training, annual on-site security classes and remain current in certifications as required by the Facility.
• Follow all the policies and procedures outlined in the KCN Best Business Practices Guide at all times.
• Complete miscellaneous duties assigned by KCN Commissary Manager.

Requirements:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be a self-starter who can work well with people in a correctional facility in a professional, upbeat manner.
• Ability to work in a correctional environment.
• Ability to work well with ever changing priorities and or situations.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must qualify for correctional facility security clearance.
• Must pass drug screening test.
• Must pass background check.
• Familiarity with computers (including Microsoft Office programs) preferred.

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

Deli Clerk Job – BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc (Dartmouth)

If you’re a motivated and enthusiastic person who enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to providing great service for our Members, we want to hear from you. BJ’s offers a fast-paced, team environment with great training opportunities and competitive salary and benefits packages to help you succeed.

Job Summary
Slices, packages, weighs, and sells various deli products, including meats and cheeses. Maintains the presentation and cleanliness of the deli, including deli display cases. Provides assistance to Members in the deli department.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities
• Provides a high level of customer service to Members. Answers questions and recommends deli items. Answers Member calls and takes special orders.
• Slices, packages, and weighs deli products, including cheeses and meats. Helps Members select the correct products. Samples product to assist in purchasing decisions. Prepares and packages special orders and party trays.
• Receives and inspects deli shipments. Displays, stocks, rotate, and stores deli products following food safety, food freshness, and product handling policies and procedures.
• Ensures that all products are fresh and meet company quality standards. Checks for out-of-date products daily and follows appropriate product salvage policies and procedures.
• Ensures deli cooler shelves and deli display cases have a wide variety of product. Stocks and rotates deli items when necessary.
• Operates and handles deli equipment in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes deli equipment and food surfaces throughout the department, including rotisserie ovens, cooking utensils, refrigerated cases, and the deli cooler.
• Ensures scale systems are in working order. Makes sure items are weighed and priced accurately.
• Maintains all club policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including assisting in other departments as needed.

Qualifications
• Work experience in a deli department preferred.
• Prior experience operating manual/power slicers and scales preferred.
• Knowledge of deli products preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.

Environmental Job Conditions
• Most of the time is spent moving about frequently on hard surfaces. There may be a need to occasionally position oneself to examine or scan merchandise, including bending, handling, pulling, reaching, and/or stooping.
• Frequently requires lifting objects up to 30 pounds. May require lifting and moving heavy and/or awkward objects greater than 30 pounds with assistance.
• Located in a comfortable indoor environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes from freezers, ovens, and/or coolers. There may be frequent exposure to cleaning agents.

BJ’s Wholesale Club is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all qualified team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, physical and/or mental disability, genetic information, atypical cellular or blood trait, marital and/or familial status, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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

Overnight Associate – Cumberland Farms (Fairhaven)
$12 an hour – Part-time

As an overnight associate at Cumberland Farms, you will be responsible with maintaining the store by doing thorough cleaning, stocking/re-stocking and getting it ready for the morning.

Putting away warehouse/vendor deliveries, doing a deep clean of the coffee machines and area, thoroughly cleaning the floors and public bathrooms are some of the responsibilities.

In addition, regular job tasks like working the register, making coffee, authorizing gas transactions, selling tobacco products, etc. are still required.

That does not mention the high-end customer service that we provide as well, from greeting a customer as they come in, answering any questions they might have or simply even ringing them out at the register with a high level customer service.

Typically overnight hours can be 10PM to 6AM/11PM to 7AM/12AM to 8AM. The hourly rate for this position is $12.00 per hour, with a $.50 increase after 60 days of employment.

Also, a $1.00 (regular wage is $12.00 per hour) differential is added for anyone working between 12AM and 6AM. That’s not to mention monthly bonuses of up to $2.00 per hour based of of mystery/secret shopper scores.

Cumberland Farms is a great opportunity to work with a terrific company that offers above-market wages!

Benefits offered:
• Paid time off
• Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
• Other types of insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Education assistance or tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules
• Others

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

Drywall Hangers, Framers, Taper, Foreman (New Bedford)
Full-Time

We are a large growing Drywall Construction Company with a great reputation looking to hire Metal Framers, Drywall Hangers and Tapers who are willing to work year-round. Also experienced Foreman needed.

Serious candidates only need to apply. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated prior construction experience. But not necessary. Foreman must have 2 years’ experience in Metal Framing, Drywall, Hanging or Taping. Attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills and a focus on quality are a must.

• Must be Responsible, reliable and highly motivated to work.
• Must be able to pass Physical and Drug Screening.

Benefits:
• Top wages Great Benefit packages Safe working environment

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:
• Foreman: 2 years (Preferred)

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

Restaurant Staff – Five Guys Burgers & Fries (Dartmouth)

Five Guys Burgers and Fries is one of America’s most successful hamburger concepts, not just for its food, ranked the #1 burger in America by the Zagat survey, but also because of its employees.

We have a unique work environment where you’re trained to work every position in the restaurant. From the register, to the grill, to morning prep and evening close, our crew members become a team working in all aspects of the restaurant.

We also have a unique crew bonus program that provides the opportunity to earn cash bonuses two times per week giving our crew members the opportunity to earn much higher incomes.

We have an open kitchen experience so it’s fun and it’s loud with lots of team communication. The crew’s burger creation is part of the customer experience.

So, what’s it take to be a successful Five Guys crew member?
• Energy & Stamina – it’s a team-based work environment and crew energy is important.
• Ability To Work At A Fast Pace – Our kitchen’s have a lot going on and there’s lots of on-the-line communication and job rotation. It’s not for everybody.
• Good Communication – Our crew is vocal and supports and works with each other on what’s happening real-time during each shift.
• Love For Burgers and Classic Rock and Roll – We make some of the best burgers and fries in the biz and do it to the sounds of classic rock and roll. Yes, singing is encouraged.
• Caring About Your Teammates – Always working for the success of your team.

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

Landscape Laborer – GrassRoots LandScaping (Dartmouth)
Part-time, Temporary

Exciting opportunities within a full service landscape and hardscape established organization servicing south coast communities that include Dartmouth, Mattapoisett, Marion etc. We are currently seeking full-time, part-time reliable individuals interested in joining our 2019 season. Work schedules can vary, and may include Saturdays.

Previous experience in landscaping strongly preferred.

• Must have reliable transportation and cell phone.
• Must be able to use a variety of hand tools and pressure washing equipment.
• Ability to lift 50+lbs required.

Ideal candidate will need to be able to perform a variety of tasks independently but not limited too:

• Prune and trim trees, shrubs and hedges using shears, pruners when necessary.
• Rake, mulch and compost leaves when necessary.
• Water lawns, trees and plants using portable sprinkler systems, hoses or watering cans.
• Lawn maintenance that includes cutting grass, trimming etc
• Follow proper guidelines for transplanting plants, shrubs, trees etc.
• Seasonal yard cleanups

You will be required to complete an application, provide 1 professional references and additional employment verification’s may be required.

Please send all contact information – name, phone number, hours interested in working in order to be considered. Serious inquiries only.

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

Compliance Officer (Community Relations Specialist) – City of New Bedford

PAY: $51,693 – $64,622

Develops and implements a comprehensive communications plan that includes short- and long-term strategies for building community awareness about and support for the Department.

Informs the PIO, Office of the Chief of Police and Municipal leaders in relevant and important media inquiries, and keeps all parties updated on upcoming and ongoing news stories. Identifies and pitches news story to the PIO ideas through a range of proactive media strategies. Assists the PIO in leading communication during crisis situations and unanticipated incidents, including timely dissemination of information to the media, families, staff and the community.

Coordinates writing, editing, design, production and distribution of clear, concise, “community-friendly” print and digital materials (e.g., letters, brochures, social media outlets, articles, videos, fact sheets, fliers) to communicate the Department’s goals and priorities to various partner organizations, community leaders and residents.

Collaborates with technology staff to write and update content on the district’s external website, social media tools and other on-line resources to ensure accuracy and consistency of information.
Bachelor’s degree in, or knowledge equivalent to, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or related field. Successful candidate should have three years’ experience in the public relations/communications/marketing field at varied levels and with increasing responsibility; or three years’ experience in print and/or electronic journalism. Or any equivalent combination of education and related experience.
For more information, please visit:

Employment Opportunities

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

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

Groundperson – Asplundh Tree Expert (Dartmouth)

Job Description:
We are currently seeking a Vegetation Groundperson to join our team.

Essential Functions
• Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
• Gathers brush and feed brush into wood chipper.
• Applies chemical herbicide to right-of-way, following brush removal
• Utilizes hose and spray nozzle from truck mounted spray equipment which includes tank, pump, hose reel, 200 feet of ½ inch hose, or utilizes back-pack to treat remote areas.
• Services truck, chipper, and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.
• Assists senior spray person in mixing herbicide in holding tank.
• Works around hazardous equipment.
• Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saws, wood chipper, with hearing protection.
• Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
• Works on unlevel ground.
• Works around falling limbs with protection.

Minimum Requirements
• Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to wear necessary PPE as necessary.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to traverse various terrains.
• Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
• Must be able to communicate with others.
• Must be able to maintain attention during dangerous tasks.
• Must be able to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis, and up to 10 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day. Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, etc. Subject to call out work.
• Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools.
• Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must have transportation to and from the startup location.
• Must pass a background and/or MVR check.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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.

Assessment Specialist – City of New Bedford

PAY: $47,339 – $59,178

Inspects, measures and records information of real and personal properties for ad valorem valuation. Verifies all information on property record card; produces quality and quantity necessary to meet Massachusetts appraisal standards. Assists in the re-mapping of parcels that need to be split or combined. Translates the field data onto computerized property record cards, and makes the necessary calculations and computations from cost and depreciation tables to determine the property’s valuation, when necessary.

At least two (2) years of experience in the assessing, building, or appraisal field. Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record. Possession of Massachusetts Accredited Assessor (MAA) designation desired. 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. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

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