Career BUZZ: Top Jobs in the Kootenays - January 6 issue

Kootenay Business has selected 10 career opportunities from leading companies throughout the region to feature as our Top Jobs of the week.

Legal Assistant—Invermere

We are looking for a full-time Legal Assistant to join our Invermere team.  The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years of legal and/or professional services industry experience, be energetic and outgoing and will be comfortable working in a fast paced environment. Rockies Law Corporation provides competitive remuneration in a progressive and flexible work environment.  Please forward your resume with covering letter and references to [email protected]

Experienced Gardener—Nelson

Snow’s Hillhouse MicroFarm and Inn seeks a qualified, experienced and knowledgeable gardener to oversee small-scale production of food and flowers. The seasonal position begins in March with seed starting and continues through harvest, with hours increasing to 30 hours per week as the growing season gets into full gear. The Gardener will work closely with the property owner to set goals, plan, assign tasks, and prioritize. In addition to at least 2 years of paid garden work, the applicant must have excellent verbal communication and organizing skills, familiarity with permaculture principles, and must be 100% reliable. Resumes to [email protected]

Client Service Professional—Cranbrook

Koocanusa Publications Incorporated (KPI) Media is looking for an energetic individual who is an excellent communicator and strong team player. This Client Service Professional position involves working directly with a client base of small and large business owners, agents, and marketing managers who are located throughout  the East and West Kootenay region—helping them maximize their print and Internet advertising, marketing, and promotion. Apply to [email protected]

Assistant Manager—Kaslo

The Kaslo Pump is looking for a well organized individual who will represent our company in a professional manner to build strong relationships with our customers and staff. Your enthusiasm will be much welcomed in greeting customers, operating the POS Cash machine, and managing transactions for fuel and convenience store purchases; this will include the accurate handling of tobacco and lottery transactions. The Assistant Manager will also handle our product purchasing, answering directly to the store manager. Please email Bob Perry at [email protected]

Production worker/packer—Cranbrook

Full time/permanent, production worker position available. Working in a fast paced environment. Benefits package after 3 months. Starting wage $13.00/hr. Experience cutting on a bandsaw would be preferable, or willing to learn.  Looking for a self-starter, physically fit, and able to lift 40lbs. Resumes to [email protected] or fax: 250-417-0486

Red Seal Journeyman Service Technician—Fernie

Fernie Chrysler is looking for a Red Seal Journeyman, with Level II or higher Chrysler experience. We provide a 65 hour guarantee, with a highly competitive wage, and a very strong bonus structure. Our ideal candidate will be ambitious, hard working, and be able to produce quality work. If you feel this opportunity suits you, please forward your resume and cover letter, as outlined below. No telephone calls please. Resumes to: PO Box 580, Fernie BC V0B 1M0 Or Email: [email protected]

Finishing Carpenter—Cranbrook

Rainbow International of the Kootenays is seeking skilled carpenters to join our team who have a minimum of 2+ years of construction experience working with a residential and/or small commercial construction company for our Cranbrook office. Successful Individuals will demonstrate and have proven work ability in: Baseboards, casing, doors, basic cabinetry, decks and basic framing and installation; Minor drywall and painting skills would be an asset. Apply via Fax: 1-250-342-0098

Restaurant Cook—Golden

ABC Country Restaurant has new owners and they are looking for a cook with an excellent attitude, good skills and experience. A good season is coming and we are expecting to have a really busy 2017. Everyone who has an interest in this position please send resume to the following email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Technical Computer Software Support—Nelson

Ingenious Software in Nelson has an immediate opening for Technical Support. This position is responsible for managing technical support for our FP2 software, including software installations, network troubleshooting, issue identification, documentation and tracking.  The applicant will communicate with FP2 clients by phone and email, and requires a high level of computer ability and written and verbal communication skills. Ingenious Software is a specialty software company based in Nelson, BC.  We are a client-focused organization that works with Emergency Services, primarily Fire Departments. Resumes via email to [email protected]

Kennel Assistant—Castlegar

Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity with continual opportunities to learn?  Castlegar Veterinary Hospital is the place for you. We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic professional to join our team as a kennel assistant. The position is full time and will provide work weeks ranging from 36-40 hours per week. We are a growing 1-doctor practice that specializes in providing high quality and compassionate care for our patients.  We recognize the importance of the relationship between humans and animals and see our clients and patients as extended family.  The right candidate will be responsible, highly motivated, team orientated, able to take direction, personable and great with animals. Resume to: [email protected]