September 3, 2010

No car = no job …a solution!

Most of our clients require you to have your own reliable vehicle before they will consider you for employment.  Experience tells us that this is usually a good policy.  But it is unfortunate because so many folks are hard-working and talented ..basically very employable if only they had a car. Child & Family Services Ways [...]

Sales & Estimating Huge for 2010!!!

Sales will be the job to have in 2010.  In 2009 companies were forced to make draconian cuts to their staff.  Commerce and construction was at a standstill.  Most of the sales staff became dead weight and had to be jettisoned.  And here’s a hint – most of the sales staff that went overboard were [...]

Electricians Helper

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Joe is the man you want to get when you need the right help now! We had a job that required his skills here at the office: we called Joe and he was here inside of an hour, working outside in a snowstorm. He stayed well after dark, doing all the job that was needed. [...]

Class A CDL Driver

We’re looking for a good driver with a CDL-A for a position in the Buffalo area. To be considered, applicants need to have at least 2 years experience driving a dump truck. Before we can refer you, you will need to have ready a Current Medical Card Current Abstract Drop a line to kim@cpgworks.com or [...]

CCTV & Access Control Technician

CCTV & Access Control Technician is needed for a 16-week contract to hire position in the Western New York area.  At the end of the contract our client anticipates hiring this individual on a full-time basis.  At that time this person would likely receive a pay increase along with vacation and benefits. Must Have: Three [...]

Commercial Carpenter

Needed is a commercial carpenter with more then 5 years experience.  This is likely a permanent position with upward potential within the company. Qualifications: Steel studs and able to pull layout. Able to work without supervision Own basic tools Some heights Valid drivers license with your own transportation. Must be able to pass a drug [...]

Objective Statement #3 (example)

See also: A heart to heart with job seekers (why you need to work harder to sell yourself) Part-one of Composing an Objective Statement Objective Statement #2 (example) I mentioned earlier that working in an industrial setting for a large block of time might actually serve to stigmatize you.  In this example Joe worked as [...]

Another Objective Statement example

See also: A heart to heart with job seekers (why you need to work harder to sell yourself) Part-one of Composing an Objective Statement Let’s work through another example of a targeted objective statement.  This person gained most of his experience from working as a plumber, steamfitter, and later as an inspector at a very [...]

Is it time for state-wide licensing in New York?

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Twenty-one years ago I dropped $35 to buy the business cards that would provide repeated proof that I was a legitimate contractor.  I spent $15 on a classified that said, “Let John Do It”.  I even went to Office Max and bought a proposal template pad and a rubber stamp with my name on it.  [...]

Wayne’s Your Plumber!

I offer the best value to your company as a plumber. I have over 10 years experience in residential service/light commercial plumbing and new building service and have earned a journeyman license in plumbing. I am EPA certified and have strong experience in commercial settings as well as residential work. My electrical experience balances out [...]