. Military-Civilian: Hot Jobs, Events, and Helpful Information for Veterans Seeking Civilian Careers: December 2014

Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Testimonial 12/31/14


 Lucy,

Good to hear from you and I see the work you do for myself and other employers. It has made a difference. Once we can get a feed going it will be even better. I don’t remember what the cost was for the year if you can let me know that it will be helpful. Thank you for all you do for us. Happy New Year to you, your team and family. See you in 2015 next week. 

Thanks Mike
C. R. England

Homebound Meal Driver














3 hours/day Monday-Friday- Northridge, CA.  Area

Summary:
The Homebound Meal Driver delivers the appropriate meals to participants in the Meals to the Homebound program in an efficient, productive, and organized manner. The Meals to the Homebound Program delivers hot, nutritious meals to the Company’s senior citizen and disabled clientele who are incapable of being transported to any of the Company’s centers or satellite locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assures meals are provided to the Company’s homebound senior citizen and disabled clientele in accordance with Federal and State nutritional and safety regulations, and Company policies and procedures.
Participates in the unloading and sorting of food delivered to the Centers to assure that all items are accounted for.
Assures meals and snacks are appetizing and appealing, and prepared according to the menus.
Maintains and submits personal documentation to assure current licensure and insurance.
Assures that food is properly loaded into vehicle, utilizing the necessary storage equipment for hot and cold items.
Personally takes temperature of food items at beginning of shift and throughout delivery period.
Handles food in accordance with food safety regulations.
Assures all infection and contamination control procedures are adhered to in the preparation and distribution of food and equipment.
Informs Homebound Coordinator of any changes in status or eligibility of clients utilizing the Meals to the Homebound Program.
Informs Homebound Coordinator of a client’s potentially dangerous living conditions that may have been witnessed in the course of carrying out duties.
Collects client donations and submits them to Homebound Coordinator for deposit.
Maintains vehicle and equipment, to ensure cleanliness and functionality.
Records and keeps track of meals served and undelivered meals.
Communicate and engage with clients to create a comfortable and open dialogue about their needs and concerns.
May perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Non-Essential Duties:
Participates in company outreach and marketing, educating the senior community about the availability and benefits of the services provided by the company.
Assists Homebound Coordinator with quarterly ride-along evaluations of Driver performance
Assists CNS representatives with monthly ride-along evaluations of Meals to the Homebound program.
Submits time and mileage reports.
Complies with expectations as demonstrated in the employee handbook.
Demonstrates ability to diffuse and respond to customer concerns to avoid escalation of the problem.

Job Qualifications:
Experience / Knowledge:
High school degree or equivalent required.
Previous non-profit organization experience preferred.
Minimum two years working experience in a food production setting preferred
Basic written skills required.
Excellent oral communication skills required.
Positive interpersonal skills required.
Fluency in verbal and written English required.
Fluency in verbal and written Spanish preferred.
Ability to utilize kitchen and meal delivery equipment.
Familiarity with the neighborhoods served by the program.

Skills / Aptitudes:
Dependability: Fulfills commitments consistently and can be counted on to do what they agree to do.
Trustworthy: Proven, reliable, individual who can be counted on to do what they say they will do.
Accountability: Readily accepts own role in the outcome of a situation whether positive or negative.
Adaptability and Flexibility: Able to change direction as priorities shift and thrive in environments that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
Decision Making Effectiveness: Ability to make decisions that prove to be beneficial (for the individual, teams or organizations) over time.
Negotiation: Ability to confer with others to reach resolution. The ability to explore alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
Detail Orientation: Produces high quality work with few errors by being aware of and paying attention to the many pieces that make up the “Whole” of a task or project.
Independence: Ability to work autonomously and produce effective and efficient results without needing abundant direction from others.
Prioritization: Effectively arranges goals, tasks and projects in order of greatest importance to achieve success.
Managing Multiple Priorities: The ability to rank and accomplish projects and tasks that have similar or identical due dates.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common causes.
Oral Communication: Ability to clearly convey messages, ideas and expectations thought the effective use of words, body language and voice tone.
Conflict Resolution: The ability to productively find solutions to situations where two or more parties are in disagreement.
Motivation of Others: Ability to inspire others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of San Fernando Valley Interfaith Council.
Continuing Education: Possesses a willingness to learn and apply nutritional and healthcare principles and values in the discernment and decision making process for all nutrition services matters.
Lead by Example:  Exhibits safe, positive and productive work habits.
Demonstrates compliance with all company policies and procedures.

License / Qualification:
1.Completion and certification from Safeserv food safety program
2.TB testing
3.A valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance is required.
4.Must own or have access to reliable form of transportation
5.Must be able to work regular work hours and, when necessary, nights, weekends and some holidays

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

FSLA Information:
Discretion / Independent Judgment:
As the Homebound Meal Driver, you will be expected to work with the Homebound Coordinator, and other members of the Nutrition Department Staff, to ensure satisfaction. You will have to take initiative and get creative resolving challenges and involve Corporate when previous methods have been unsuccessful.

ADA Information:
Physical Requirements:
Ability to access the center kitchens and delivery areas throughout the workday.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Occasionally required to sit in a stationary position.
Able to tolerate frequent standing on hard and soft surfaces throughout the day.
Occasionally performs activities that require climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching with hands and arms throughout the day.
Frequently uses hands and fingers to sort food items and to operate delivery equipment.
Constantly able to communicate verbally and in written form.
Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as voices and phone calls.
Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.
Frequently required to detect unusual odors that could indicate spoilage or environmental issues.

Mental Demands:
Ability to change direction as priorities shift.
Ability to thrive in environments that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
Ability to cope with occasionally difficult or temperamental clients and staff.
Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position, function independently, having flexibility, consistency and professionalism.
Ability to empathize with clients, and recognize potential distress or changes in mental faculties.

Work Conditions:
Generally in the car, travelling to client’s homes.
Spends a significant amount of time working in a kitchen setting.
Spends a significant amount of time in client’s homes.
Works with and around elderly and disabled people.
Will be using food preparation and delivery equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to heat/cold.

Environmental Conditions
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be exceedingly loud.
The kitchen area can be subject to higher temperatures, due to use of cooking equipment, including stoves and ovens.
The client’s homes are unpredictable environments occasionally offer difficult or even dangerous conditions.

Note:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. It is not possible or desirable to commit every detailed aspect of each job to a written description. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by the company. Job descriptions alone cannot be used as an argument to refuse work assignments. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments required by company officials. This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the company and any employee. The job responsibilities of this position may include cross-training in other functions to ensure satisfactory operation.

Homebound Coordinator/Assessment Aide


6 hours/day Monday-Friday- Northridge, CA.  Area

Summary:
The Homebound Meal Driver delivers the appropriate meals to participants in the Meals to the Homebound program in an efficient, productive, and organized manner. The Meals to the Homebound Program delivers hot, nutritious meals to the Company’s senior citizen and disabled clientele who are incapable of being transported to any of the Company’s centers or satellite locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assures meals are provided to the Company’s homebound senior citizen and disabled clientele in accordance with Federal and State nutritional and safety regulations, and Company policies and procedures.
Participates in the unloading and sorting of food delivered to the Centers to assure that all items are accounted for.
Assures meals and snacks are appetizing and appealing, and prepared according to the menus.
Maintains and submits personal documentation to assure current licensure and insurance.
Assures that food is properly loaded into vehicle, utilizing the necessary storage equipment for hot and cold items.
Personally takes temperature of food items at beginning of shift and throughout delivery period.
Handles food in accordance with food safety regulations.
Assures all infection and contamination control procedures are adhered to in the preparation and distribution of food and equipment.
Informs Homebound Coordinator of any changes in status or eligibility of clients utilizing the Meals to the Homebound Program.
Informs Homebound Coordinator of a client’s potentially dangerous living conditions that may have been witnessed in the course of carrying out duties.
Collects client donations and submits them to Homebound Coordinator for deposit.
Maintains vehicle and equipment, to ensure cleanliness and functionality.
Records and keeps track of meals served and undelivered meals.
Communicate and engage with clients to create a comfortable and open dialogue about their needs and concerns.
May perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Non-Essential Duties:
Participates in company outreach and marketing, educating the senior community about the availability and benefits of the services provided by the company.
Assists Homebound Coordinator with quarterly ride-along evaluations of Driver performance
Assists CNS representatives with monthly ride-along evaluations of Meals to the Homebound program.
Submits time and mileage reports.
Complies with expectations as demonstrated in the employee handbook.
Demonstrates ability to diffuse and respond to customer concerns to avoid escalation of the problem.

Job Qualifications:
Experience / Knowledge: 
High school degree or equivalent required.
Previous non-profit organization experience preferred.
Minimum two years working experience in a food production setting preferred
Basic written skills required.
Excellent oral communication skills required.
Positive interpersonal skills required.
Fluency in verbal and written English required.
Fluency in verbal and written Spanish preferred.
Ability to utilize kitchen and meal delivery equipment.
Familiarity with the neighborhoods served by the program.

Skills / Aptitudes:
Dependability: Fulfills commitments consistently and can be counted on to do what they agree to do.
Trustworthy: Proven, reliable, individual who can be counted on to do what they say they will do.
Accountability: Readily accepts own role in the outcome of a situation whether positive or negative.
Adaptability and Flexibility: Able to change direction as priorities shift and thrive in environments that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
Decision Making Effectiveness: Ability to make decisions that prove to be beneficial (for the individual, teams or organizations) over time.
Negotiation: Ability to confer with others to reach resolution. The ability to explore alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
Detail Orientation: Produces high quality work with few errors by being aware of and paying attention to the many pieces that make up the “Whole” of a task or project.
Independence: Ability to work autonomously and produce effective and efficient results without needing abundant direction from others.
Prioritization: Effectively arranges goals, tasks and projects in order of greatest importance to achieve success.
Managing Multiple Priorities: The ability to rank and accomplish projects and tasks that have similar or identical due dates.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common causes.
Oral Communication: Ability to clearly convey messages, ideas and expectations thought the effective use of words, body language and voice tone.
Conflict Resolution: The ability to productively find solutions to situations where two or more parties are in disagreement.
Motivation of Others: Ability to inspire others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of San Fernando Valley Interfaith Council.
Continuing Education: Possesses a willingness to learn and apply nutritional and healthcare principles and values in the discernment and decision making process for all nutrition services matters.
Lead by Example:  Exhibits safe, positive and productive work habits.
Demonstrates compliance with all company policies and procedures.

License / Qualification:
1. Completion and certification from Safeserv food safety program
2. TB testing
3. A valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance is required.
4. Must own or have access to reliable form of transportation
5. Must be able to work regular work hours and, when necessary, nights, weekends and some holidays

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

FSLA Information:
Discretion / Independent Judgment:
As the Homebound Meal Driver, you will be expected to work with the Homebound Coordinator, and other members of the Nutrition Department Staff, to ensure satisfaction. You will have to take initiative and get creative resolving challenges and involve Corporate when previous methods have been unsuccessful.

ADA Information:
Physical Requirements: 
Ability to access the center kitchens and delivery areas throughout the workday.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Occasionally required to sit in a stationary position.
Able to tolerate frequent standing on hard and soft surfaces throughout the day.
Occasionally performs activities that require climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching with hands and arms throughout the day.
Frequently uses hands and fingers to sort food items and to operate delivery equipment.
Constantly able to communicate verbally and in written form.
Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as voices and phone calls.
Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.
Frequently required to detect unusual odors that could indicate spoilage or environmental issues.

Mental Demands
Ability to change direction as priorities shift.
Ability to thrive in environments that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
Ability to cope with occasionally difficult or temperamental clients and staff.
Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position, function independently, having flexibility, consistency and professionalism.
Ability to empathize with clients, and recognize potential distress or changes in mental faculties.

Work Conditions:
Generally in the car, travelling to client’s homes.
Spends a significant amount of time working in a kitchen setting.
Spends a significant amount of time in client’s homes.
Works with and around elderly and disabled people.
Will be using food preparation and delivery equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to heat/cold.

Environmental Conditions
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be exceedingly loud.
The kitchen area can be subject to higher temperatures, due to use of cooking equipment, including stoves and ovens.
The client’s homes are unpredictable environments occasionally offer difficult or even dangerous conditions.

Note:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. It is not possible or desirable to commit every detailed aspect of each job to a written description. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by the company. Job descriptions alone cannot be used as an argument to refuse work assignments. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments required by company officials. This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the company and any employee. The job responsibilities of this position may include cross-training in other functions to ensure satisfactory operation.

Please send resume to abd_nutrition@vic-la.org
www.vic-la.org

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Sims Metal Management - USA & Canada


Sims Metal Management’s North American Division is located in 19 U.S. states and employs more than 3,000 of the best and brightest men and women in the industry. The company has a vast network of Sims Metal Management and Joint Venture facilities – 120 across the United States, British Columbia and Baja, Mexico – that enables Sims Metal Management to offer convenient options for both suppliers and customers.

Sims is currently hiring for the following positions:
13-234 Maintenance Mechanic – Chesapeake-227
13-235 Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Chesapeake-227
14-314 Maintenance Mechanic – Redwood City -119
14-334 Laborer – CR – Railyard-614
14-366 Accountant – Richmond-112
14-380 Sorters and Laborers – Chesapeake-227
14-381 Accounts Payable Clerk – SW – Proler SW-652
14-364 Buyer – CR – Detroit-605
14-370 Equipment Operator – Stamford-467
13-200 Mechanic – Morrisville PA-486
14-384 Scale Operator – CR – Cometco-604
14-373 Welder – Johnston Yard RI-715
14-368 Mechanic – Bronx Edgewater NY-468
14-367 Inspector – Bronx Edgewater NY-468
14-350 Mechanic – Morrisville PA-486
14-329 Operations Manager – Stockton-113
14-326 Operations Manager – Stockton-117
14-400 Welders – SMNYR Claremont Terminal-488
14-403 Ferrous Inspector – Bronx Edgewater NY-468
14-405 Loader Operator – Middletown NY-466
14-406 SHEC Manager – Claremont Administration-470
14-409 Wet Car Mechanic – North Haven CT-626
14-410 Inside Buyer – North haven CT 626
14-382 Dispatch Clerk -CR – Main Office-609
14-305 Yard Supervisor- CR – Main Office-609
14-402 Non Ferrous Inspector – Camden NJ-480
14-404 Ferrous Inspector – Trenton NJ-485
14-406 SHEC Manager -  Claremont Administration-470
14-407 Laborer – Camden NJ-480

Positions change daily; please view all current openings on our website.
We do like candidates to apply online @
https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1053741&d=External
or call, you can also click to call 212-604-0710


www.simsmm.com

Career Development Sims Metal Management considers the life long learning process a critical element of our corporate culture. We offer training to continue career growth and develop the next generation of leaders within the organization.

Sims Metal Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate in employment on the bases of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, religion, citizenship or veteran status and any other category covered by law.

International Medical Careers with CHSi












Founded in 1975, CHSi. Trusted and Independent Workforce Health Management is the industry’s trusted provider of onsite health centers and national examination programs.
Major corporations and government agencies look to CHSi. Trusted and Independent Workforce Health Management, for workforce health and productivity management solutions that help maintain a healthier, more stable and productive workforce. CHS’ solutions maximize employer’s health care investment and integrate seamlessly with their existing benefits strategies.

Current Open Positions:
Behavioral Health Specialist (780-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Behavioral Health Specialist (2484-120) Other, ,Afghanistan
Bio Medical Equipment Technician (2483-120) Afghanistan, , Afghanistan
Biomedical Equipment Technician (593-120) Other, ,Iraq
Biomedical Equipment Technician (3023-120) Other, ,Iraq
Biomedical Equipment Technician (3038-120) Other, ,Iraq
Dental Assistant – Foreign National (2432-120) Balad, ,Iraq
Dentist (586- 120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Dentist (2488-120) Afghanistan, ,Afghanistan
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMTP) (587-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMTP) (3024-3120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMTP) (3025-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMTP) (3033-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Emergency Room Nurse – Foreign National (2433-120) Balad, ,Iraq
EMT Paramedic – Afghanistan (3000-120) Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States
Foreign National – Intensive Care Nurse (3075-120) Balad, , Iraq
Foreign National – Operating Room Nurse (3073-120) Balad, , Iraq
Foreign National – Operating Room Technician (3074-120) Balad, , Iraq
General Surgeon (588-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
General Surgeon (3011-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
General Surgeon (3062-120) Balad, , Iraq
General Surgeon (3063-120) Balad, , Iraq
General Surgeon (3064-120) Balad, , Iraq
Information Technologist (639-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Information Technologist (3057-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Medical Laboratory Technician (592-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Medical Laboratory Technician (2494-120) Afghanistan, ,Afghanistan
Medical Surgical Nurse – Foreign National (2438-120) Balad, ,Iraq
Medical Technologist (594-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Nurse Practitioner (595 120) Iraq, , Iraq
OR Scrub Tech (1894-120) Other, ,Florida, United States
Pharmacist (1439-120) Other, ,Iraq
Pharmacy Specialist (714-120) Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq
Pharmacy Specialist (3007-120) Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq
Physician – Emergency, Family or Internal Medicine (575-120) Iraq, , Iraq
Physician – Emergency, Family or Internal Medicine (3018-120) Iraq, , Iraq
Physician – Emergency, Family or Internal Medicine (3019-120) Iraq, , Iraq
Physician Assistant (387-120) International, , Afghanistan
Physician Assistant (574-120) Iraq, , Iraq
Physician Assistant (2502-120) Afghanistan, , Afghanistan
Program Manager (2934-120) Bagdad, Baghdād, Iraq
Public Health Tech (1294-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Radiology Technician (578-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Radiology Technician (2505 -120) Afghanistan, ,Afghanistan
Registered Nurse – Medical/Surgical (581-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Registered Nurse – Operating Room (656-120) Iraq, ,Iraq
Veterinary (2920-120) Other, ,Afghanistan, Afghanistan
Veterinary Technician (2923-120) Afghanistan, ,Afghanistan
Western Trained Medical Doctor (2231-120)  Balad, ,Iraq

Send resumes to intlops@chsmedical.com

For more information on other opportunities available with CHS, please click here:

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Friday, December 19, 2014

Pension cash-out contracts scam vets

Pete Conaty
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army (Retired)

Pete Conaty & Associates
1107 9th Street, Suite 530
Sacramento, CA 95814
 
Pension cash-out contracts scam vets
By Claudia CBuck@sacbee.com
12/13/2014 4:00 PM 12/14/2014 12:00 AM Story

For military veterans with money troubles, their monthly pension or disability check can be a tantalizing source of quick cash.
Lured by online ads or promotions that promise “Receive Cash in As Little As Two Weeks!,” some military vets have signed contracts that promise lump sums in exchange for handing over rights to their future payments, sometimes for five to 10 years.
Last month, the state Department of Business Oversight warned against “military pension advance” plans, which can be risky for both investors and veterans.
“While we don’t know the full extent of the problem, we issued the advisory to prevent the problem from getting any bigger,” said DBO spokesman Tom Dresslar. “Veterans deserve to be honored, not lured into unlawful schemes to trade away their pension payments for quick cash. We want to do whatever we can to stop the perpetrators of this scam.”
Related The department doesn’t have statistics on how many military veterans may have taken out pension advances, but the number could be high, considering that California is home to roughly half – 18 of 38 – of the U.S. companies selling this type of financial product, according to the DBO. “We know there are veterans in this state who have been victimized,” said Dresslar.
For veterans, these offers can be laden with fees and commissions that pay the veteran far less than the total value of their pension payments. And for investors, who enter contracts for a guaranteed income stream from the pension payments, they may be investing in something that’s illegal. Under federal law, it’s unlawful to assign a federal benefit, such as a pension, to a third party.
“Both vets and investors are victimized by these deals,” said Dresslar. Investors aren’t told they’re at risk of not getting paid because federal law prohibits assigning pension benefits. And veterans get significantly less in cash than the full value of the pension payments they relinquish, he noted.
“This is another really bad scenario,” said Colleen Corliss, communications director for Swords to Plowshares, a San Francisco-based not-for-profit agency that provides services to low-income, homeless and disabled military veterans. She said pension advances fall in line with other predatory financial schemes that target military members and retirees, such as payday loans and check cashing outlets that charge excessive fees.
Last month, the DBO issued a desist-and-refrain order against Voyager Financial Group LLC, which it said was selling investment contracts that were based on receiving income streams from veterans’ benefit payments. DBO said Voyager, based in Little Rock, Ark., arranged contracts between veterans and investors, but failed to inform investors that federal law prohibits a pension or disability payment from being transferred to a third party.
“Offering these is not illegal, but the transaction itself is unlawful,” Dresslar noted.
Voyager has been hit with enforcement actions in three other states – Arkansas, New Mexico and Pennsylvania. In the Arkansas case, the DBO said, the regulator alleged the firm had arranged about 317 transactions in 31 states, with the deals valued at $34.2 million.
Earlier this summer, the Federal Trade Commission issued its own alert on all kinds of pension advances, not just those targeting military retirees. The FTC said these transactions often include fees that can push the annual percentage rate (APR) above 100 percent.
It advised pension holders to consider alternatives, such as a low-cost loan from a credit union or small bank. For those seeking a pension advance because of trouble paying bills, it recommends contacting creditors to request help in reducing payments or extending loan terms. Or find a nonprofit credit counseling agency to get help in sorting out finances and creating a debt repayment plan.
Call The Bee’s Claudia Buck at (916) 321-1968 or read her Personal Finance columns at sacbee.com/claudiabuck.
Military pension advances: What to ask
Before an investor or military retiree enters a contract involving an advance on a military pension or disability check, the state Department of Business Oversight advises asking:
Is the transaction legal? By federal law, it is illegal to assign a federal pension or disability payment to a third party. Check with your pension administrator or an attorney to see if the proposed transaction is legal.
What is the actual cost? Ask about the “discount rate” the lender will apply to your income stream to determine your lump-sum payment. Also factor in commissions, fees and other administrative costs. Compare the total cost to alternatives such as a regular bank loan.
Is buying life insurance required? Some pension advance companies require that you buy a life insurance policy naming them as the beneficiary. Buying the policy will add to your transaction expenses and reduce your payout.
Is the seller properly registered? Check with your state financial oversight agency to verify the registration status of the firm or financial professional offering the pension advance. Also check with the Better Business Bureau or state and federal consumer protection agencies to see if there have been complaints filed against the company offering the contracts.
What are tax consequences? The lump-sum payment may be taxable and could push you into a higher tax bracket.
Can you cancel? Ask about the company’s cancellation policy. Some companies may not let you cancel once you sign the contract.
Source: California Department of Business Oversight, Federal Trade Commission

Read more here: http://www.sacbee.com/news/business/personal-finance/claudia-buck/article4450416.html#storylink=cpy

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Thursday, December 18, 2014

Licensed Journeyman Electrician with travel to The Caribbean


JOB TITLE: Licensed Journeyman Electrician
JOB STATUS: Full Time
SALARY RANGE: $35,000 to $45,000 Annual salary plus annual bonus
EMPLOYER: Hannah Solar Government Services LLC
PLACE OF WORK: 3297 Pacific Street, North Charleston, SC 29418

GENERAL:
This Engineering, Procurement and Construction(EPC) renewable energy company has been awarded commercial and government contracts for the design and construction of solar systems/electrical vehicles charging stations at federal facilities across the US & Puerto Rico.
This rapidly growing company needs to quickly expand capabilities and is looking for an innovative and motivated new licensed Journeyman Electrician.

WORK DAYS/HOURS:
Typical work schedule is 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday -Friday.
Occasional work and or travel on weekend.
Position requires extensive travel throughout the US and the Caribbean which is often greater than 75% of the time or more. Job hours may exceed 40 hours per week when traveling and working on construction sites.

JOB SUMMARY:
Assist with and perform electrical requirements on and off of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems and Electrical Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations project sites. Requirements may include assisting with project estimates, coordinating project activities with contractors, and performing the labor on the jobsites.

JOB DUTIES:
Serves as the Journeyman electrician on-site at construction projects.
Remain current with US National Electrical, State and local electrical codes.
Studies blueprints and schematics and determines methods, materials, and equipment needed to complete the assignment.
Connects wires to plugs, switches, controls, light fixtures, motors, Solar PV Panels, Disconnects, Fuses, breaker panels, and switchboards.
Splices wires by stripping insulation from wire leads, twisting, clamping, and/or soldering leads together and applying insulating terminal caps using a variety of hand tools; makes underground waterproof splices.
Tests installations to check and insure continuity of the circuit, and the compatibility and safety of all components using test equipment such as an ohmmeter, ammeter, voltmeter, oscilloscope, or battery buzzer.  Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit, junction, switch, outlet boxes, and switch boards using hand tools and such special equipment as mechanical drills, cutters, benders, and traders.
Cleans and lubricates equipment, and maintains records on equipment status and maintenance. Inspects and evaluates electrical equipment to ensure that it operates efficiently and safely; determines whether equipment and new installations meet requirement of the National Electrical Code.
Pulls wire through conduit.
Determines materials needed for most frequently occurring repair work, prepares requisitions, and monitors inventory.
Cleans and maintains tools and performs routine maintenance on special equipment used in electrician’s work.
May assist in training lower-level apprentice Electricians and others.
Performs related work as assigned.
Perform maintenance repair and troubleshooting for electrical systems and apparatus.
Respond to emergency power failures and emergency back-up systems.
Monitor and test various electrical systems.
Coordinate inspections for contractor performed work in new construction projects as part of the Quality Improvement Team.
Locate electrical underground wiring for various projects.  Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Requires high school diploma or GED plus vocational or technical training, after high school, or equivalent experience, resulting in Journeyman level expertise in the electrical trade. Must be a licensed Journeyman Electrician in some state and successfully complete the South Carolina electrical journeyman exam if not yet licensed in South Carolina.

EXPERIENCE:
Requires at least five years of experience in commercial electrical installation, construction, maintenance, and preventative maintenance.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EQUIPMENT & OTHER:
Basic ability to understand documents, define problems and draw valid conclusions.
Requires knowledge and skill in the use of forklifts, man lifts, and hand and power tools required in the related trade.
Requires ability to perform math computations needed in trade; ability to read blueprints; basic building code knowledge as it relates to work in the related trade.
Operating knowledge of work order management system and e-mail software.
Required to work overtime on both a scheduled and an emergency basis.
Subject to after-hours recall.
English language skills required.
Experience in construction management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent social skills. Have completed the OSHA 10 hour safety program.

DESIRED SKILLS:
Military experience (Veteran) is highly desirable as most of the company work is conducted on military bases.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:
South Carolina Journeyman Electrician license.
Driver’s license required at time of hire.
Driver’s license must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

SAFETY TO SELF AND OTHERS:
High exposure to self to chemical burns, heat burns, fractured bones, loss of limb, loss of sight, disfigurement, and fatality due to working with electrical systems.
Low exposure to self and others to repetitive motion or stress due to working with computers and electrical tools.
Medium exposure to self and others to bruises and cuts due to working with electrical tools.
The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work may be performed from ladders or hydraulic lifts in high voltage areas. Some jobs require an employee to work in a hostile environment, on high structures, and be exposed to inclement weather conditions.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Secondarily oversee sub-contractors, electrician’s assistants, and General Laborers.
May spend over 20% of time conducting supervisory responsibilities
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include the assistance of planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; training employees; appraising performance; and assisting with hiring and disciplining.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, instruct, compute, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills.
Frequently required to compare, copy, synthesize, compile and negotiate. S

SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Must be able to pass a back-ground security check as required by the US Government to gain access to military and government facilities prior to employment.
Must maintain US Government security clearance requirements at all times to maintain employment.
This includes drug testing prior to employment and reoccurring drug test during employment.

CONTACT:
No phone calls please. Email Adrienne Radwanski, Human Resources, Finance, & Accounting Manager at email: adrienne@hsgs.solar
www.hsgs.solar
A Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
“Veterans Leading the Way In America’s Energy Security”
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Solar PV Installer #PV-100414-003117

Solar PV Structural Construction Supervisor with travel to The Caribbean


JOB TITLE: Solar PV Structural Construction Supervisor
JOB STATUS: Full Time
SALARY RANGE: $25,000 to $30,000 Annual salary + Annual Bonus
EMPLOYER: Hannah Solar Government Services LLC
PLACE OF WORK: 3297 Pacific Street, North Charleston, SC 29418

GENERAL:
This Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) renewable energy company has been awarded commercial and government contracts for the design and construction of solar systems/electrical vehicles charging stations at federal facilities across the US & Puerto Rico.
This rapidly growing company needs to quickly expand capabilities and is looking for innovative and motivated new technicians.

WORK DAYS/HOURS:
Typical office work schedule is 8:30 AM to 5 PM Monday -Friday.
Typical onsite work schedule is 7:00 AM to 4 PM Monday –Friday. Occasional work and or travel on weekend.
Position requires extensive travel throughout the US and the Caribbean which is often greater than 75% of the time or more.
Job hours may exceed 40 hours per week when traveling and working on construction sites.

JOB SUMMARY:
Oversee, assist, and perform duties that are required for all structural work as assigned, including project estimates and labor required to install structural components related to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems and Electrical Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations.

JOB DUTIES:
Serves as the structural foreman on-site at construction projects.
Studies blueprints and schematics and determines methods, materials, and equipment needed to complete the assignment.  Determines materials needed for most frequently occurring repair work, prepares requisitions, and monitors inventory.  Cleans and maintains tools and performs routine maintenance and maintains records on special equipment used in work.  May assist in training lower-level apprentices and others.
Oversees apprentices, general laborers, and racking manufacturer installation team.
Performs related work as assigned.
Determine time, equipment, and human and material resources needed to complete the work.
Perform maintenance repair and troubleshooting for structural systems.
Monitor and test structural integrity and craftsmanship of structural components.
Coordinate inspections with project manager in new construction projects as part of the Quality Improvement Team.
Locate electrical, communication, water and all other underground obstructions prior to installation.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Operate necessary equipment needed to install structural components.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Requires high school diploma or GED plus vocational or technical training, after high school, or equivalent experience, resulting in master level expertise in the construction trade.

EXPERIENCE:
Requires at least three years of experience in, construction, maintenance, preventative maintenance and leading a team.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EQUIPMENT & OTHER:
Basic ability to understand documents, define problems and draw valid conclusions.
Requires knowledge and skill in the use of forklifts, man lifts, and hand and power tools required in the related trade.
Requires ability to perform math computations needed in trade; ability to read blueprints; basic building code knowledge as it relates to work in the related trade.
Operating knowledge of work order management system and e-mail software.
Required to work overtime on both a scheduled and an emergency basis. Subject to after-hours recall.
English language skills required. Experience in construction management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent social skills.
Have completed the OSHA 30 hour safety program

DESIRED SKILLS:
Military experience (Veteran) is highly desirable as most of the company work is conducted on military bases.
Proficiency in AutoCAD programs.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:
Driver’s license required at time of hire. Driver’s license must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
Have completed and maintain currency in the OSHA 30 hour safety program, American Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification and maintain certifications for all construction vehicles & equipment used on company job sites.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Directly oversees apprentices, general laborers, and racking manufacturer installation team.
May spend over 70% of time conducting supervisory responsibilities.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; training employees; appraising performance; and assisting with hiring and disciplining.

SAFETY TO SELF AND OTHERS:
High exposure to self to chemical burns, heat burns, fractured bones, loss of limb, loss of sight, disfigurement, and fatality due to working with heavy equipment.
Low exposure to self and others to repetitive motion or stress due to working with computers and electrical tools. Medium exposure to self and others to bruises and cuts due to working with electrical tools.
The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work may be performed from ladders or hydraulic lifts in high voltage areas.
Some jobs require an employee to work in a hostile environment, on high structures, and be exposed to inclement weather conditions.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, instruct, compute, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills.
Frequently required to compare, copy, synthesize, compile and negotiate.

CITIZENSHIP:
Proof of United States Citizenship required.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Must be able to pass a back-ground security check as required by the US Government to gain access to military and government facilities prior to employment.
Must maintain US Government security clearance requirements and valid driver’s license at all times to maintain employment.
This includes drug testing prior to employment and reoccurring drug tests during employment.

CONTACT:
No phone calls please. Email Adrienne Radwanski, Human Resources, Finance, & Accounting Manager at email: adrienne@hsgs.solar
www.hsgs.solar

A Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
“Veterans Leading the Way In America’s Energy Security”
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Solar PV Installer #PV-100414-003117

Solar PV Structural Construction Assist. Foreman w travel to The Caribbean


JOB TITLE: Solar PV Structural Construction Assistant Foreman
JOB STATUS: Full Time
SALARY RANGE: $22,000 to $25,000 Annual salary + Annual Bonus
EMPLOYER: Hannah Solar Government Services LLC
PLACE OF WORK: 3297 Pacific Street, North Charleston, SC 29418

GENERAL:
This Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) renewable energy company has been awarded commercial and government contracts for the design and construction of solar systems/electrical vehicles charging stations at federal facilities across the US & Puerto Rico.
This rapidly growing company needs to quickly expand capabilities and is looking for innovative and motivated new technicians.

WORK DAYS/HOURS:
Typical office work schedule is 8:30 AM to 5 PM Monday -Friday.
Typical onsite work schedule is 7:00 AM to 4 PM Monday –Friday.
Occasional work and or travel on weekend.
Position requires extensive travel throughout the US and the Caribbean which is often greater than 75% of the time or more.
Job hours may exceed 40 hours per week when traveling and working on construction sites.

JOB SUMMARY:
Assist, and perform duties that are required for all structural work as assigned, Provide labor required to install structural components related to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems and Electrical Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations.

JOB DUTIES:
Serves as the structural helper on-site at construction projects.
Studies blueprints and schematics and determines methods, materials, and equipment needed to complete the assignment.  Determines materials needed for most frequently occurring repair work, prepares requisitions, and monitors inventory.  Cleans and maintains tools and performs routine maintenance and maintains records on special equipment used in work.  May assist in training lower-level apprentices and others.
May oversee apprentices, general laborers, and racking manufacturer installation team.
Performs related work as assigned.
Determine time, equipment, and human and material resources needed to complete the work.
Perform maintenance repair and troubleshooting for structural systems.
Monitor and test structural integrity and craftsmanship of structural components.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Operate necessary equipment needed to install structural components.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Requires high school diploma or GED plus vocational or technical training, after high school, or equivalent experience, resulting in master level expertise in the construction trade.

EXPERIENCE:
Requires at least three years of experience in, construction, maintenance, and preventative maintenance.

 REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EQUIPMENT & OTHER:
Basic ability to understand documents, define problems and draw valid conclusions.
Requires knowledge and skill in the use of forklifts, man lifts, and hand and power tools required in the related trade.
Requires ability to perform math computations needed in trade; ability to read blueprints; basic building code knowledge as it relates to work in the related trade.
Operating knowledge of work order management system and e-mail software.
Required to work overtime on both a scheduled and an emergency basis. Subject to after-hours recall.
English language skills required. Experience in construction management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent social skills.
Have completed the OSHA 30 hour safety program

DESIRED SKILLS:
Military experience (Veteran) is highly desirable as most of the company work is conducted on military bases.
Knowledge AutoCAD programs.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:
Driver’s license required at time of hire. Driver’s license must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Have completed and maintain currency in the OSHA 30 hour safety program, American Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification and maintain certifications for all construction vehicles & equipment used on company job sites.
SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY:
May oversee apprentices, general laborers, and racking manufacturer installation team.
Most of time assisting Structural Foreman onsite.
When needed, carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; training employees; appraising performance; and assisting with hiring and disciplining.

SAFETY TO SELF AND OTHERS:
High exposure to self to chemical burns, heat burns, fractured bones, loss of limb, loss of sight, disfigurement, and fatality due to working with heavy equipment.
Low exposure to self and others to repetitive motion or stress due to working with computers and electrical tools.
Medium exposure to self and others to bruises and cuts due to working with electrical tools.
The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work may be performed from ladders or hydraulic lifts in high voltage areas.
Some jobs require an employee to work in a hostile environment, on high structures, and be exposed to inclement weather conditions.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, instruct, compute, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills.
Frequently required to compare, copy, synthesize, compile and negotiate.

CITIZENSHIP:
Proof of United States Citizenship required.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Must be able to pass a back-ground security check as required by the US Government to gain access to military and government facilities prior to employment.
Must maintain US Government security clearance requirements at all times and valid driver’s license to maintain employment. This includes drug testing prior to employment and reoccurring drug test during employment.

CONTACT:
No phone calls please. Email Adrienne Radwanski, Human Resources, Finance, & Accounting Manager at email: adrienne@hsgs.solar
www.hsgs.solar

A Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
“Veterans Leading the Way In America’s Energy Security”
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Solar PV Installer #PV-100414-003117