The South Coast Hot Jobs List – 18 August, 2016

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 August 18, 2016.

01. Human Services Transportation Driver – Kennedy-Donovan Center (New Bedford)
Drives vehicles as assigned to transport persons with disabilities or special healthcare needs to
various locations as assigned. Minimum 3 years driving experience, including experience driving multi-passenger vehicles, must be at least 19 years of age, ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, ability to write routine reports and correspondence. For full job details and application process here.

02. Cosmetology Instructor – LaBaron (New Bedford)
Looking for licensed hairdresser/cosmetologist who will provide a great educational experience for our students. Educator must train students in meeting and exceeding educational goals. We look for educators who are dedicated in helping students improve their skills in order to pave the way to their best future possible. We will provide training upon hiring. Positions available in the New Bedford. Full details and application process: here.

03. Manufacturing Associates – Acushnet Company (New Bedford)
Successful completion of Career Center Work Readiness Assessment, 5 years of reliable work history, flexibility to work 2nd or 3rd shift hours, ability to work for prolonged periods on your feet attending to equipment needs, ability to work at a machine pace to keep up with production demands, ability to lift up to 40lbs, ability to use a computer to enter data and generate reports, ability to work and succeed in a drug and tobacco free team environment. For full job details and application process: here.

04. Bra Fitting Specialist – Victoria’s Secret (North Dartmouth)
The Bra Fitting Specialist is an expert in bra product and fit – able to diagnose fit issues, sell bra wardrobes and deliver emotionally engaging customer experiences that ultimately grow total bra sales. The Bra Fitting Specialist promotes an ‘I am Best at Bras’ culture by inspiring, supporting and mentoring peers. For full job details and application process here.

05. Front Desk Receptionist – Dental Dreams (New Bedford)
Maintain a high level of customer service at all times, work as part of a team with emphasis on communication, schedule patient appointments in accordance with monthly and daily patient goals, answer phones and confirm appointments, greet and check in patients, accurately verify dental benefits, maintain detailed patient records in a fast-paced environment, collect payments, co-payments and deductibles. Full details and application process here.

06. Animal Care – Humane Society & Shelter SouthCoast (North Dartmouth)
This is a part-time position that MAY turn into a full-time position for the right candidate. We would rather you APPLY IN PERSON, not to this ad. NO PHONE CALLS. For full job details and application process here.

07. Greenhouse Worker – Sid Wainer & Son (New Bedford)
Sid Wainer & Son is seeking a seasonal greenhouse worker to help out in our urban greenhouse right here in New Bedford! The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months’ experience with planting, watering, seeing, and harvesting. This is a seasonal position with full time hours lasting until the fall season, with opportunity to work part time in the off season. The Greenhouse Worker will assist with the daily greenhouse operations that include systems seeding, sampling, planting, watering, and harvest. Full job description can be found: here.

08. Bartender/Wait Staff – Wine & Spirits Retail Marketing, Inc. (Fall River)
Provide outstanding hospitality to all guests. Provide outstanding food and beverage service to ensure an extraordinary restaurant experience. Work as part of a team dedicated to hospitality and service. For full job details and application process here.

09. dishwasher/kitchen cleaning person – Blue Point Restaurant (Acushnet)
Washes pots, pans, dishes, some prep work-Fridays 10:00am-3:00pm a must. Heavy duty kitchen cleaning- Mondays and Tuesdays. Duties include: must be able to move some heavy equipment w/ assisstance, floor, wall, equipment scrubbing and cleaning. General upkeep and cleaning of premises. Must provide references. For full job details and application process here.

10. Barista and Cashier – The Green Bean (New Bedford)
Greets all customers with fast, friendly, personalized service and develops a rapport with our customers by learning their names, favorite drinks and food items, describe menu items or specials to all customers or suggest products that might appeal to them, receive and process customer payments, bring kitchen orders to and from the kitchen to the customers, prepares and serves hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, teas, smoothies or fresh juice, serve prepared foods, such as muffins, scones, cookies or bagels. Full details and application process here.

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