The Best Places to Work in the Federal Government

Every two years, the Partnership for Public Service and the Institute for the Study of Public Policy Implementation at American University (say that three times fast!) produce rankings of federal agencies based upon employee satisfaction.  The 2009 rankings were just released, and here are the top 5:

1. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
2. Government Accountability Office
3. NASA
4. Intelligence Community
5. Department of State

Check out the link above for more!

Insulators Apprentice Training Program

Insulators Apprentice Training Program

International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers accepting applications for an

Insulators Apprenticeship Training Program

June 1-5, 2009

Tasks

• Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.

• Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.

• Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use.

• Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws in order to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage.

• Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.

• Select appropriate insulation such as fiberglass, Styrofoam, or cork, based on the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material.

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine job requirements.

• Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement or asphalt mastic.

• Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces.

MUST HAVE (no exceptions)

1. Valid driver’s license 2. GED or high school diploma 3. Ability to pass drug tests 4. Must pass assessment test (math and reading)

Starts at $11.00 per hour.

Call (901) 386-7045,     8-4 for additional information.

Top 10 Cities for New Grads

Are you graduating this year?  Wondering where to look for a job?

This article from CNN outlines the Top 10 Cities for New Grads.  According to the article: “The list is based on the ranking of the top U.S. cities with the highest concentration of young adults (age 20 — 24) from the U.S. Census Bureau (2006), inventory of jobs requiring less than one year of experience from CBcampus.com (2009) and the average cost of rent for a one bedroom apartment from Apartments.com (2009).”

Career Seminar 5-9-09

From Commercial Appeal page B7, 5/6/09

“A seminar on Career Change Management will be hosted at Immanuel Lutheran School, 6319 Raleigh-LaGrange Road, from 9-1, Saturday 5/9.  A hotdog lunch will be provided.

If you need a new job, are contemplating a career change, or recently lost a job, this seminar is for you.

Topics will include resume writing, interviewing skills and other information, provided by David Henry and Emily Winter.

To reserve a spot or for mor information, contact Shannon Massey or Diane Johnston at 373-4486.”