Newsletter for Job-Seekers November 2, 2020

Maine Department of Labor sent this bulletin at 10/30/2020 11:12 AM EDT
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NEWSLETTER FOR JOB-SEEKERS

Week of November 2, 2020

  • Bath Iron Works sponsors free training plus $500 weekly for trainees
  • 50 wreath-workers needed now in Harrington
  • More online workshops from our training partners
  • Top industries posting on the Maine JobLink

FREE MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN TRAINING WITH WEEKLY STIPEND

Bath Iron Works is sponsoring free paid training for its future workforce, at the Southern Maine Community College campus at the former Naval Air Station in Brunswick. Occupations include ship fitting, pipefitting, and the general trades. Prerequisites are:

  • At least 18 years old
  • High School diploma, GED or HiSET
  • U.S. Citizenship - required
  • Preference given to applicants with trade experience or training
  • Testing may be required

Topics covered include, blueprint reading, technical math, hand- and power-tool operation and safety, operation of air tools, oxy cutting, tack welding, basic layout, lifting and material handling, drilling, fastening, and more.

General Dynamics-Bath Iron Works will conduct job interviews with qualified applicants upon successful completion of the training. Register now to earn while you learn with a $500 weekly incentive. For more Information and to get started, email workforceregistration@smccme.edu or call (207) 741-5955

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CAREER CENTER WEBSITE HAS MANY RESOURCES

Our CareerCenter website at www.mainecareercenter.gov contains a lot of information for jobseekers. This includes:

  • Searching for Jobs
  • Disability resources
  • Filing for Unemployment
  • Career Interest Exploration
  • Youth Programs
  • Information About Occupations
  • Veterans Resources
  • Job Hunting in Maine handbook

Websites like this work like a magazine, and to get the best from it be ready to take time to browse through the various pages and items.

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INDUSTRIES SEEKING MOST WORKERS ON MAINE JOBLINK

Here are the industries statewide that are advertising the most openings on the Maine JobLink. Click on the link on each line to view these Job Orders. Or view the entire list on your MJL account, by clicking on Job Search and checking the menu of choices to the left of the page.

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HIRING EVENTS

The CareerCenter lists hiring events. See www.mainecareercenter.gov and click on Job Fairs to see how to register. Here are two coming up:

Nov. 5, 2020 - Virtual - Maine CareerCenter Virtual Hiring Event-Manufacturing/Production/Fabrication

Nov. 12, 2020 - Virtual - Maine CareerCenter Virtual Hiring Event-Logistics/Supply Chain/CDL

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PHONE INTERVIEWS Hannaford Distribution is looking for warehouse and sanitation workers for the South Portland warehouse. Earn up to $20 hourly with full medical, dental and vision. There will be a live phone interviews as follows:

  • Wednesday Oct. 28 from Noon-4 p.m.
  • Thursday Oct. 29 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

See Maine JobLink 499379 for details. Call Peter at 482-5786 during those times for an interview. 

The CareerCenter lists more hiring events. See www.mainecareercenter.gov and click on Job Fairs.

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HELP FOR LAID-OFF WORKERS

Maine Dept. of Labor offers a program to help workers who have been laid off or have otherwise lost their jobs through no fault of their own. The program is called Rapid Response, and details can be obtained by viewing a YouTube video posted by us at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOyBfIW2LQw&feature=youtu.be.

Rapid Response sessions describe important information such as your health insurance options, registering on our Maine JobLink job-search website, help with your immediate employment needs, a description of CareerCenter services available to you, and explaining that you are probably eligible for occupational training at no cost to you.

This training might be used to increase your skills in your regular work, or to help prepare you for other kinds of work. To find out who provides occupational training in your part of Maine, you can also check the news item called TRAINING & JOB SEARCH that appears lower down in this newsletter.

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CAREER CENTER ONLINE WORKSHOPS

  • Creating and Navigating Your Maine JobLink Account: This free workshop demonstrates how to create and navigate a personalized jobseeker account, and is offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. Pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-760-1573, or email careercenter@maine.gov to reserve your spot.
  • Resume Workshop: This free workshop will demonstrate how to create a winning resume, and is offered on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required. To reserve your spot, email careercenter@maine.gov and type “Resume Workshop” in your subject line.

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MORE ONLINE WORKSHOPS

These free workshops are provided by the Maine Department of Labor’s regional partners. Choose any from the list and register on the Eventbrite website below:

Mon. Nov 2, 10 a.m. - Zoom Basics & Job Search Essentials

Tue. Nov 3, 10 a.m. - Making Career Choices

Tue. Nov 3, 11 a.m. - Maine's Employment & Training Program Info Session

Tue. Nov 3, 1 p.m.  - Resume & Cover Letter Development

Tue. Nov 10, 1 p.m. - Interviewing Skills & Prep

For details and to register, go to  www.eventbrite.com/o/maines-workforce-collaborative-30966159321

Maine Community Colleges are offering more than 25 free online training programs tied to skills and jobs in demand in Maine. For information: www.mccs.me.edu/wp-content/uploads/short_term_training_calendar.pdf

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TRAINING & JOB SEARCH

Need help finding or maintaining employment, or interested in job training? CareerCenter regional partners offer financial training assistance to eligible individuals. Check out these offerings in your county:

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THIS WEEK’S JOBS ACROSS MAINE

  1. There are over 11,000 jobs posted on the Maine JobLink, below are samples
  2. See them and more at maine.gov/
  3. The reference numbers will help you find these jobs in your Maine JobLink account
  4. Many of these employers have multiple jobs; be sure to check them too

Androscoggin County

 Aroostook County

Cumberland County

Franklin County

Hancock County

Kennebec County

Knox County

Lincoln County

 Oxford County

Penobscot County

Piscataquis County

Sagadahoc County

Somerset County

 Waldo County

 Washington County

York County

 STATEwide JOBS


The Maine Department of Labor provides equal opportunity in employment and programs.
Auxiliary aids and services are available to people with disabilities upon request.