Home of one of the newest UC Campuses - Merced, California is starting to grow due to the large university that brings in students almost year round. If you don't have the qualifications to be a professor or teacher on campus - remember there are a wide variety of jobs available on College and University campuses. Many of these have excellent pay and benefits.
The local economy will certainly continue to grow as the UC brings in more students - and that means lots of job openings in the area. At last count there were over 200 available jobs in Merced, CA
That's quite high for a Valley city.
Stay on the lookout for seasonal jobs at retailers who will be hiring for the November/December holiday shopping rush.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Wall Street Earning Trends - May Lead To More Jobs
Investing in the stock market is probably one of the smartest things someone can do with money. Sure you can get burned by the occasional dip in the market that will happen after large run-ups due to economic factors such as the internet being born and home prices sky-rocketing. However, its not like people didn't loose jobs and careers at these companies either during the same time period.
The stock market has more to do with employment than most people think ... especially if you work for a public company. What was the first thing many companies did when 'numbers started looking bad' in 2008/09? They fired people...or 'reduced headcount' as the CEO's like to say. The #1 goal of a public company is to make money for its shareholders - not have happy employees - so remember that the next time your boss tells you how much they care about you. You might think that the big boy CEO can't be fired - but if enough shareholders make noise - he'll be gone faster than he's out of the office everyday to catch his noon tee-time at the country club.
The thing is - every good businessman (or woman) knows you need great employees to make a huge profit and grow as a company. In late 2008 and 2009 it was all about firing people so that the company expenses went way down to be in line with the lower consumer demand - who were paying $4.75 a gallon for gas. Now consumers are starting to show signs of life and companies are starting to see sales growth over last year.
So what's the problem?
You can't grow a company with a limited staff. Which is exactly the challenge CEO's and small-business leaders are facing now. If you take a look at earnings from major companies ... cutting out all the GAAP and non-GAAP stuff .... you generally see that profits (dollars you take home) are up - but revenues (dollars that come in the door) are flat or sometimes down. Why is that? For the most part, I would suggest that they don't have the staff capable of growing the revenues much further than where they already are. (Which is a CEO's Death Sentence)
Since most companies went on a cost-cutting trip about a year ago, its not like they can just trim more cost to make the profits grow. They are going to have to attract new business by expanding the work force to handle demand - which also should continue to increase off lows. Its not like its going to be a big hiring party all at once...as most bosses do have regular matches at the golf club to attend to :) But its funny how these 'leaders of business' will copy each other when one of them makes a move. Trust me, if Google has a Press Release about hiring 200 new employees... you can expect the folks over at Yahoo/Microsoft will be doing the same a few months later. Its not like the major shareholders will call the competing company or anything and ask them how they will respond to the new jobs....(they will)
The moral of the story? The natural business cycle took us to highs higher that high in the 2000's ... its okay to take a breather for a while. In fact, its a natural and healthy thing for an economy to go through a downturn. In many ways it helps business and employers learn new training and practices that help employees in the long term. Obviously its not cool if you're going through it trying to find a job and struggling to pay bills, but know that it will turn around one day. Give Wall Street another quarter of flat revenue with meager profits and the big guns with multi-millions of shares (let alone dollars invested) will be looking for answers. The big institutional investors were your worst nightmare when times were tough - because they were the ones putting the pressure on CEO's to cut costs in wake of the recession. Now, these guys are your best friend ... seriously. They will be calling they guys everyday looking for growth over the previous quarter, and the CEO's know that they don't have the staff to grow the company. They know it. Its truly impossible, because even if they have an influx of orders or business - they don't have the staff available to handle all those requests.
Bottom line is that Wall Street companies will start hiring soon. Probably starting as soon as January 2011. I'm not talking about the cashier at the local Wal-Mart during Christmas (although an important job - not the type of hiring I'm talking about) We're talking the Google's, HP's, Yahoo's, eBay's and other huge California public companies starting to hire aggressively for high paying talent. Those are the jobs that move Wall Street and unemployment numbers - because they trickle down to give the guy at the corner market a job too. Even if you don't have the skills for those jobs, when they become available - it will mean lower skill jobs are on the way. Companies don't grow paying a guy 10 bucks an hour - you make money by hiring college grads that know what the next generation is going to buy. Future employees are waiting.
The stock market has more to do with employment than most people think ... especially if you work for a public company. What was the first thing many companies did when 'numbers started looking bad' in 2008/09? They fired people...or 'reduced headcount' as the CEO's like to say. The #1 goal of a public company is to make money for its shareholders - not have happy employees - so remember that the next time your boss tells you how much they care about you. You might think that the big boy CEO can't be fired - but if enough shareholders make noise - he'll be gone faster than he's out of the office everyday to catch his noon tee-time at the country club.
The thing is - every good businessman (or woman) knows you need great employees to make a huge profit and grow as a company. In late 2008 and 2009 it was all about firing people so that the company expenses went way down to be in line with the lower consumer demand - who were paying $4.75 a gallon for gas. Now consumers are starting to show signs of life and companies are starting to see sales growth over last year.
So what's the problem?
You can't grow a company with a limited staff. Which is exactly the challenge CEO's and small-business leaders are facing now. If you take a look at earnings from major companies ... cutting out all the GAAP and non-GAAP stuff .... you generally see that profits (dollars you take home) are up - but revenues (dollars that come in the door) are flat or sometimes down. Why is that? For the most part, I would suggest that they don't have the staff capable of growing the revenues much further than where they already are. (Which is a CEO's Death Sentence)
Since most companies went on a cost-cutting trip about a year ago, its not like they can just trim more cost to make the profits grow. They are going to have to attract new business by expanding the work force to handle demand - which also should continue to increase off lows. Its not like its going to be a big hiring party all at once...as most bosses do have regular matches at the golf club to attend to :) But its funny how these 'leaders of business' will copy each other when one of them makes a move. Trust me, if Google has a Press Release about hiring 200 new employees... you can expect the folks over at Yahoo/Microsoft will be doing the same a few months later. Its not like the major shareholders will call the competing company or anything and ask them how they will respond to the new jobs....(they will)
The moral of the story? The natural business cycle took us to highs higher that high in the 2000's ... its okay to take a breather for a while. In fact, its a natural and healthy thing for an economy to go through a downturn. In many ways it helps business and employers learn new training and practices that help employees in the long term. Obviously its not cool if you're going through it trying to find a job and struggling to pay bills, but know that it will turn around one day. Give Wall Street another quarter of flat revenue with meager profits and the big guns with multi-millions of shares (let alone dollars invested) will be looking for answers. The big institutional investors were your worst nightmare when times were tough - because they were the ones putting the pressure on CEO's to cut costs in wake of the recession. Now, these guys are your best friend ... seriously. They will be calling they guys everyday looking for growth over the previous quarter, and the CEO's know that they don't have the staff to grow the company. They know it. Its truly impossible, because even if they have an influx of orders or business - they don't have the staff available to handle all those requests.
Bottom line is that Wall Street companies will start hiring soon. Probably starting as soon as January 2011. I'm not talking about the cashier at the local Wal-Mart during Christmas (although an important job - not the type of hiring I'm talking about) We're talking the Google's, HP's, Yahoo's, eBay's and other huge California public companies starting to hire aggressively for high paying talent. Those are the jobs that move Wall Street and unemployment numbers - because they trickle down to give the guy at the corner market a job too. Even if you don't have the skills for those jobs, when they become available - it will mean lower skill jobs are on the way. Companies don't grow paying a guy 10 bucks an hour - you make money by hiring college grads that know what the next generation is going to buy. Future employees are waiting.
Monday, July 19, 2010
Applebee's Restaurant Manager Job - Tracy, CA
The Applebee's Resturants I've been to in and around Northern California have always been rocking, and to be honest, I think they would be a fun place to work. The company currently has a Restaurant Manager position available in Tracy, CA. Keep in mind that you must have a minimum of two years restaurant management experience (preferably casual dining) to join the Applebee's management team.
According to the job description, they offer a competitive salary, but they don't disclose the amount. Applebee's does spell out a very nice benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, Monthly bonus program, 401(k), and - the best of all Vacation. What I really like about the job is the 5 day work week, which might also mean you won't have to work over 40 hours a week. You will also see jobs available from Applebee's on the web under their company name, Apple by the Bay.
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Restaurant Manager
Apple by the Bay - Tracy, CA
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According to the job description, they offer a competitive salary, but they don't disclose the amount. Applebee's does spell out a very nice benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, Monthly bonus program, 401(k), and - the best of all Vacation. What I really like about the job is the 5 day work week, which might also mean you won't have to work over 40 hours a week. You will also see jobs available from Applebee's on the web under their company name, Apple by the Bay.
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Restaurant Manager
Apple by the Bay - Tracy, CA
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Unload Associate - Part Time - Lowe's Modesto, CA
At this job in the Lowe's store in Modesto, California you will be responsible for the safe, accurate and efficient unload and dispersement of RDC freight. Job duties indlude routine completion of downstocking assignments as directed by the Lowes Modoesto, CA store management. Responsible for all other duties as assigned.
To be considered for this job you must complete the Lowe's training requirements which include annual Hazardous Material, Forklift certification/departmental training, etc. Lowe's has a real nice store computer system that you will have to be proficient at in order to be considered for this job. As with all retail jobs, you must greet and acknowledge all customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service. Responsible for all other duties as assigned.
The Lowe's store is located on 3801 Pelandale Avenue Modesto, CA 95356.
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Unload Associate - PT
Lowe's - Modesto, CA
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To be considered for this job you must complete the Lowe's training requirements which include annual Hazardous Material, Forklift certification/departmental training, etc. Lowe's has a real nice store computer system that you will have to be proficient at in order to be considered for this job. As with all retail jobs, you must greet and acknowledge all customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service. Responsible for all other duties as assigned.
The Lowe's store is located on 3801 Pelandale Avenue Modesto, CA 95356.
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Unload Associate - PT
Lowe's - Modesto, CA
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Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Vans Store Looking For Manager - Stockton, CA
If you are looking for a retail management career, then you might want to check out the opportunity at the Vans Store located in the Weberstown Mall in Stockton, CA. You will be at the helm and manage all store employees, including implementing and enforcing company policies and procedures. This is a great store with a fun atmosphere to both work and shop.
Vans Store Managers at the Stockton, CA location receive very competitive pay and benefits. Other job responsibilities include managing all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Vans Store, including store sales, customer service, recruiting, training, profits, and maintaining excellent store standards. The qualifications to be considered for employment include 2+ years of University or College course work OR 2 years equivalent related retail work experience. You must also be able to work weekend and night shifts, which is typical of most retail jobs.
Without a doubt you will need a positive, upbeat attitude to land this position. They will want someone who is a team player, and also someone who has knowledge of Vans and Skateboarding culture. Vans pays their managers fairly well when compared to other retail outlets, so bring your 'A' game if you are able to land an interview. Make sure you highlight your past retail work experience as that will help you stand out amongst the rest of the crowd. Remember, as long as you have 2 years retail work experience you do not have to have any College credits to be considered for the Vans Store Manager in Stockton.
For more information - Visit 209 Valley Jobs
Vans Store Managers at the Stockton, CA location receive very competitive pay and benefits. Other job responsibilities include managing all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Vans Store, including store sales, customer service, recruiting, training, profits, and maintaining excellent store standards. The qualifications to be considered for employment include 2+ years of University or College course work OR 2 years equivalent related retail work experience. You must also be able to work weekend and night shifts, which is typical of most retail jobs.
Without a doubt you will need a positive, upbeat attitude to land this position. They will want someone who is a team player, and also someone who has knowledge of Vans and Skateboarding culture. Vans pays their managers fairly well when compared to other retail outlets, so bring your 'A' game if you are able to land an interview. Make sure you highlight your past retail work experience as that will help you stand out amongst the rest of the crowd. Remember, as long as you have 2 years retail work experience you do not have to have any College credits to be considered for the Vans Store Manager in Stockton.
For more information - Visit 209 Valley Jobs
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Flying J in Ripon, CA - Employment Openings
Flying J in Ripon California is a popular resting and refueling place for California's truckers & RV travelers. The amenities include a Game Room, Scales, Propane, Lodging, Food and RV Dump. Located conveniently off Highway 99 between Modesto & Stockton, CA - the Ripon Location is on Jack Tone Rd Exit 237B.
Not only is this a popular place for travelers to stop - it makes for a great place to find a job! The good news is Flying J is hiring in Ripon for Managers, Cooks, Servers, and more. Be sure to have your resume ready and updated so you can stand out when you apply for the job.
Ripon is a short distance from other cities & towns in the central valley - so it might be a good option if you are having trouble finding a job in your town. Here is an updated list of Ripon, CA Jobs.
Not only is this a popular place for travelers to stop - it makes for a great place to find a job! The good news is Flying J is hiring in Ripon for Managers, Cooks, Servers, and more. Be sure to have your resume ready and updated so you can stand out when you apply for the job.
Ripon is a short distance from other cities & towns in the central valley - so it might be a good option if you are having trouble finding a job in your town. Here is an updated list of Ripon, CA Jobs.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Stockton, CA San Joaquin County Fair & Long Term Job Impact
The San Joaquin County Fair always brings good food and good times to the central valley each year. It also gives a boost to Stockton, CA which has felt the economic downturn harder than most valley cities as its one of the largest in size.
The economic impact of an event like this can be measured in ticket sales and vendor participation, however there are longer lasting economic effects of the San Joaquin County Fair. Many local businesses benefit from exposure during the event and will gain customers during the process. Savvy businesses will be in a position to expand given the growth in customers following the County Fair.
There are also smaller segments of the economy that get a boost because of the event being in Stockton. The Stockton Record has more to write about and certainly a few ads to run for the big acts that will be playing concerts at the show. Local sign and banner companies probably have gotten a few orders for things that will be on display above vendor booths. Along those same lines are printing companies that specialize in business cards and flyers - which will also be handy for companies looking to market their business during the fair. You better believe wholesale orders of food and beer/beverages are on the rise given the massive quantities of both that will be consumed during the 5 days.
What does this mean for the job seeker?? At this point - you either have a job lined up to work the fair or you don't. However, the lasting effects of the profits and business connections that are made will hopefully leave some local companies in a position to expand during the summer. That means jobs for you.
The best job site in the San Joaquin Valley is 209 Valley Jobs - its free - updated and has a good mix of part & full time jobs. Be on the lookout for new job opportunities in Stockton, CA following the 150th San Joaquin County Fair as they may start popping up here soon after the event.
The economic impact of an event like this can be measured in ticket sales and vendor participation, however there are longer lasting economic effects of the San Joaquin County Fair. Many local businesses benefit from exposure during the event and will gain customers during the process. Savvy businesses will be in a position to expand given the growth in customers following the County Fair.
There are also smaller segments of the economy that get a boost because of the event being in Stockton. The Stockton Record has more to write about and certainly a few ads to run for the big acts that will be playing concerts at the show. Local sign and banner companies probably have gotten a few orders for things that will be on display above vendor booths. Along those same lines are printing companies that specialize in business cards and flyers - which will also be handy for companies looking to market their business during the fair. You better believe wholesale orders of food and beer/beverages are on the rise given the massive quantities of both that will be consumed during the 5 days.
What does this mean for the job seeker?? At this point - you either have a job lined up to work the fair or you don't. However, the lasting effects of the profits and business connections that are made will hopefully leave some local companies in a position to expand during the summer. That means jobs for you.
The best job site in the San Joaquin Valley is 209 Valley Jobs - its free - updated and has a good mix of part & full time jobs. Be on the lookout for new job opportunities in Stockton, CA following the 150th San Joaquin County Fair as they may start popping up here soon after the event.
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