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Temporary Meter Readers/Technicians (all levels of experience)

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We’re hiring Temporary Meter Readers/Technicians in Houghton, Michigan!

 

This project performs meter placement for UPPCO, in conjunction with Itron, and seeks 10 highly motivated individuals. In this temporary position, the successful candidates use a company-provided vehicle to travel the area reading, inspecting, removing and replacing electric meters.

 

COMPENSATION.  $15.00 per hour plus production bonuses. Opportunity for daily and Saturday overtime available.

 

SCHEDULE.  This is a temporary position that begins on or about September 9, 2019 with initial training. The position will run through mid-December, 2019.  For those interested in continuing on, the position will begin again in April of 2020 and run for a period of 90-120 days.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL.

  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Possess a high school diploma or GED.
  • Previous experience working in electricity is a plus, but not required.
  • Aptitude and ability to learn and understand electric meters; troubleshoot, inspect, record voltage data, and remove/replace meters once trained.
  • Courteous and service-minded personality as you will represent our company when arriving at customer homes to work on their electric meters.
  • Willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions (humidity, rain, snow, hot, cold, windy, etc.).
  • Valid driver’s license. A company vehicle and fuel will be provided to travel throughout the Houghton, MI and surrounding area. You can expect to be home nightly. Lodging will be provided when distances necessitate overnight stays.
  • A motivated attitude that works well with little direct supervision.

 

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

Business Development Sales Executive ~ work from anywhere

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If you are a Business Development Sales Executive with experience in concrete accessory, rebar or construction product sales, we have a great career opportunity for you with an option to work from anywhere in the United States.

 

Neuvokas, based in Ahmeek, Michigan, is seeking a self-starting, well-connected individual to grow our game-changing GatorBar composite rebar product line by building strong relationships in the concrete and building industry. Applicants can work from anywhere, however, will need the ability to visit our headquarters as needed.

 

SUPPORT & COMPENSATION.

Our clients desire to be served by like-minded peers. Candidates for this position have an established network of contacts and proven experience generating leads, building lasting relationships, and producing sales growth. While this person will work independently, they are supported by our CEO and the entire Neuvokas team to assure that revenue targets, goals and client expectations are met. The position also offers:

  • a combination of base salary plus commission. Depending on experience, earning potential for this position is expected to be $60,000 – $80,000 during the first 1-2 years. As sales continue to grow, a successful business developer has unlimited earning potential which could exceed $100,000 per year.
  • flexibility to work from home.
  • flexible work schedule that prioritizes family and health.
  • ample opportunity to grow and take on additional leadership responsibilities.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED AS OUR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SALES EXECUTIVE.

Strong candidates for this position:

  • are adept networkers within the building construction and concrete environment; connections within the civil engineering community a plus;
  • can expertly complete end-to-end sales cycles – from cold calling to scheduling and facilitating meetings and demonstrations to closing the sale;
  • love problem solving and have strong critical thinking skills;
  • possess a creative approach to penetrating new accounts;
  • provide quality leadership in nurturing and maintaining relationships;
  • are able to travel (50%-75%) throughout the United States; International travel a plus.

 

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

ABOUT US. Learn more at neuvokascorp.com

Outside Route Sales Representative ~ work from anywhere in Upper Michigan

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If you are an Outside Route Sales Representative with experience in meat or food sales, we have a great career opportunity for you with an option to work from anywhere in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

 

Vollwerth & Company is a growing company based in Hancock, Michigan. We seek a self-starting, personable individual to grow with the company by building and maintaining strong relationships with food sellers, convenience stores and grocery stores handling our meat and spaghetti sauce products. Applicants can work from anywhere, however, will need the ability to visit our headquarters as needed.

 

SUPPORT & COMPENSATION.

Consumers buy our iconic meat products based on our 100-year history and commitment to high quality. They know our reputation for delivering on time and as promised and desire to be served by like-minded peers. Candidates for this position have proven experience building long-lasting relationships and sales growth while having integrity and can generate leads. While this position will work independently, they are supported by our National Sales Manager to assure revenue targets, goals and client expectations are met. The position offers:

  • a starting base salary of $27,000 – $32,000 annually plus commission. During the past 3 years, annual earnings for this position have typically averaged $50,000. Depending on your motivation, earning potential for this position is unlimited;
  • 401k retirement plan, life insurance, paid holidays, and paid vacation;
  • company provided vehicle, cell phone and laptop;
  • flexibility to work from home;
  • flexible work schedule that prioritizes family and health;
  • ample opportunity to grow and take on additional responsibilities.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED AS OUR OUTSIDE ROUTE SALES REPRESENTATIVE.

Strong candidates for this position are:

  • experienced with outside sales and are adept networkers within the food and grocery environment;
  • can expertly complete sales cycles – from cold calling to scheduling and facilitating meetings and demonstrations to closing the sale;
  • are extremely organized;
  • possess a creative approach to penetrating new accounts;
  • provide quality leadership in nurturing and maintaining relationships;
  • are able to travel frequently throughout the Upper Peninsula of Michigan meeting with established and new customers.

 

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

ABOUT US. Learn more at vollwerth.com

Building Material Sales & Estimating

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Crystal Lumber & Hardware is growing to become one of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Northern Wisconsin’s finest Independent building material suppliers. As part of our growth, we are adding a new full-time position, Building Material Sales & Estimating, to our team in Crystal Falls, Michigan.  If you enjoy building customer relationships as much as you do interesting and challenging work, we want to hear from you!

 

WAGE/BENEFITS.  $38,000 – $45,000 starting annual wage based on experience (includes salary and commission) along with ample opportunity for career growth. In addition, we offer profit sharing, a retirement plan, and paid time off (vacation, personal time, sick leave).  Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES.

  • Identify and pursue new sales opportunities and customer relationships.
  • Maintain and nurture existing customer relationships.
  • Support our inside and outside sales efforts by performing material take-offs from customer blueprints, drawings and/or verbal instructions.
  • Identify best choice materials for projects.
  • Perform price estimates, close sales, and process orders.
  • Help manage the flow of materials to jobsites while coordinating with team members.
  • Train alongside our current staff and be coached.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED.

  • Motivation and aptitude to become a building materials expert.
  • Previous experience in building material sales, estimating, construction or the home improvement industry preferred, however, we will train the right person who demonstrates a passion for our company and the work we do.
  • You are proficient with computers; experience with drafting and design software helpful.
  • You are self-motivated, disciplined and work well individually and as a team member.
  • You are organized, energetic and reliable with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Willingness and ability to travel for sales, client meetings and training events; may include occasional overnight stays and air travel.

 

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

 

ABOUT US. Crystal Lumber & Hardware is an independently owned, well-established lumber and building material dealer of 66 years. We are a small, family owned organization that values each of our team members, we have fun, and are driven to succeed. As part of our growth, not only are we building our team, but we’ve added a new showroom and design studio and renovated our business space. Learn more at crystallumber.com

Temporary Property Maintenance Laborers

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UPPCO seeks highly-motivated individuals to join their team in Escanaba, Ishpeming and Rockland, Michigan as Temporary Property Maintenance Laborers.  In this temporary position, the successful candidate will perform lawn maintenance and landscaping duties along with general upkeep of property buildings.

 

COMPENSATION.  $15.00 per hour.

 

SCHEDULE.  This is a temporary position that begins on or about May 1, 2019 and runs for a period of 90-180 days.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL.

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Physical ability to perform manual laborer, including heavy lifting (50 pounds).
  • Experience operating lawn mowers.
  • Experience and ability to drive pickup trucks with haul trailers.
  • CPR and First Aid certification, preferred.
  • Excellent time management, organization and communication skills.
  • A positive, motivated attitude that works well with little direct supervision.

 

INTERESTED? Apply online below.

No phone calls or walk-ins please.

 

ABOUT US. UPPCO is a private, equity-owned, regulated electric utility delivering safe, reliable energy to about 54,000 customers in 10 counties of Michigan’s pristine Upper Peninsula.  Our assets include 7 hydroelectric renewable energy generation facilities that also offer public recreational opportunities on land and water, 2 combustion turbines providing a total generation capacity of approximately 80 megawatts, 3,300 miles of electric distribution lines, and 58 distribution substations.

 

Occupational Therapist, Registered

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Provides occupational therapy for patients of all ages in an inpatient, outpatient, SNF, or home care setting. Evaluates, establishes treatment plan and goals of treatment, and provides for and/or supervises the administration of treatment modalities/procedures done to meet the needs of the patient. Provides supervision to COTA’s as needed. Incorporates patient and family education. Provides documentation for all of the above. Works cooperatively with interdisciplinary therapy team.

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy required. Current certification from NCBOT, MI licensure and BLS/CPR required.