The South Coast Hot Jobs List – 16 Apr 2014

Michael Silvia
by Michael Silvia

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.


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Here are the Hot Jobs from the Greater New Bedford Career Center as of April 16th, 2014:

1. Masons #3950377
Hiring for experienced masons. Immediate need for hard working masons with previous commercial masonry and construction experience. The projects are located within the Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island areas. Valid driver’s license is required. The company provides transportation for the employees to the job site. You must have transportation to the location where everyone meets at the parking lot in New Bedford. Carrying and stocking block or brick in designated working areas, assembling, measuring and cutting block or brick to specific lengths, mixing concrete and grout with a mixing machine. Must be a team player and ready to come on board to a company that is growing and looking for hard working individuals to grow with this.

2. Front End Supervisor #3961638
Under the direction of store management, the Front End Supervisor is responsible for the protection of company assets. The Front End Supervisor provides customer service and oversight of front-of -store activities in accordance with all company policies and procedures.

3. Warehouse Worker #3950494
Work all warehouse functions / Maintain paperwork and documentation for appropriate work functions; Pick and put away stock ; Housekeeping and organize warehouse. Work overtime as requires. Drive a forklift ; Able to interpret written and verbal communications. Must possess basic skills needed in the use of required equipment / tools. Capable of lifting, pulling, pushing at least 50 lbs. Women are encouraged to apply.

4. Fabric Pattern Cutter #3955647
Fabric Pattern Cutter needed. Full and Part time hours are available. Experienced preferred. Please apply directly.

5. Greenhouse Manager #3961667
Greenhouse Manager must be a responsible, enthusiastic, self-starter with greenhouse experience. Successful candidates must have a “green thumb”. This is a year round, full time position. The role of the Greenhouse Manager is to supervise the day to day operations of a 10,000 square foot greenhouse. Successful candidates must understand soil conditions for optimizing the vegetable and herb growing environment. The Greenhouse Manager must have oversight of insect, pest, and disease control. The Greenhouse Manager must be 21 years old or older and possess a current, valid Driver’s License. Candidates must be able to repetitively lift 50+ pounds. Must have flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

6. Seasonal Part-Time Lifeguard #3961679
The New Bedford YMCA, a division of YMCA Southcoast, is looking for seasonal certified lifeguards for the Summer 2014.
Must be up to date on your certifications (CPR/AED, First Aid, and Lifeguarding.)

7. Executive Director #3961672
A wonderful opportunity for a dynamic and successful YMCA professional to lead a 5,400 member, urban branch Y, serving the city of New Bedford and surrounding areas to the next level. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to create successful and strategic relationships with influential leaders and members of the community and an ability to leverage those relationships to enhance support for the Y mission. Candidates will be evaluated on their prior experience and success in these areas as well as maintaining a superior member experience and outstanding customer service.

8. Facilities Specialist #3969579
Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience in janitorial and maintenance work and grounds keeping. Must be capable of performing repairs utilizing carpentry skills helpful. Driver’s license and the ability to respond to emergency calls.

9. Custodian (Part-Time) #3969582
Responsible for assisting in the general maintenance and sanitary conditions of the Head Start facility and grounds. Driver’s license is required.

10. Data Entry Clerk #3969587
Performs a variety of general office functions including typing, record keeping, filing, proofreading and forms and report generation; performs a variety of general bookkeeping functions including departmental invoice processing, purchase orders, cash receipts and monthly reconciliation of accounts; performs accounts payable duties including auditing of accounts payable batches filed by departments, updating invoices in preparation of weekly accounts payable check run, and generating and distributing accounts payable reports; assists in the auditing of daily cash sheets; files records and reports; posts information to records; sorts and distributes mail; answers telephone and performs similar duties; attends meetings, trainings, workshops, conferences or classes for the purpose of increasing knowledge and/or gathering information required to perform functions.


Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of April 16th, 2014:

1. Paving Operator- Oldcastle (Acushnet, MA)
Full details and application process here.

2. Cook – SavaSeniorCare (New Bedford)
Full details and application process here.

3. Company Driver – Elite Carriers
Full details and application process here.

4. Portuguese Linguists – MetLang
Full details and application process here.

5. Property Manager – Storage Pros (2 positions, Full & Part Time)
Full details and application process here.


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