Career BUZZ: Top Jobs in the Kootenays - July 22 issue

Kootenay Business has selected 10 career opportunities from leading companies throughout the region to feature as our Top Jobs of the week.  This is only a selection of the 100’s of jobs available throughout the Kootenays.

The Kootenays offers a wonderful lifestyle, the joy of small town living and a relaxing way of life.  The companies that make up the diverse business landscape in the area are constantly looking for good employees. Kootenay Business is pleased to present a weekly snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Bus Driver: Rocky Mountain Bus
Elkford

— Photo courtesy Rocky Mountain Bus Lines

Driving a 40 passenger bus taking mine employees to and from work in Elkford. These positions are split shifts. You work approximately 3 hours in the am and 3 hours in the pm, depending on the run. The shortest runs are the "staff" runs which are approximately 1.5 hours in the am and the afternoon. Pay is based on the run. Medical and dental is available for full time employees. Rocky Mountain Bus Lines, 155 Industrial Rd 3, Sparwood, British Columbia. Phone: 1-250-425-2721

Truck Attendant: Happy Cow
Fernie

— Photo courtesy Happy Cow Ice Cream

Happy Cow Ice Cream requires a Happy Truck Attendant who will be responsible for selling home-made ice cream in Sparwood/Elkford out of the Happy Truck. Must be available Thursday to Sunday.
Happy Cow, 561B Hwy 3, Fernie, British Columbia. Phone: 250-423-8381

Service Technician: Brandt Tractors
Cranbrook

— Photo courtesy Brandt Tractors

We have a position available for a Service Technician in our Cranbrook, BC location. The successful applicant for this position will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry based equipment and attachments. Previous mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment is considered an asset. Find out more about our exciting career opportunities at www.brandtjobs.com or by calling (306) 791-8923. 

Marine Superintendent: Interfor
Castlegar, BC

— Photo courtesy Interfor

Interfor is one of the largest lumber companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success. We are currently recruiting for a Marine Superintendent for our Castlegar sawmill in Castlegar, BC. The Marine Superintendent will be responsible for managing our Arrow Lakes marine activities and have a strong commitment to safety. www.interfor.com/careers

Sales Professional: KPI Media, Cranbrook

— Photo courtesy Koocanusa Publications

The BetterBook is looking for an energetic individual who is an excellent communicator and strong team player. This Sales 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 and throughout southern Alberta—helping them maximize their print and Internet advertising, marketing, and promotion. Apply to [email protected]

Building Inspector/Bylaw Enforcement Officer
Grand Forks

— Photo courtesy Grand Forks

Management position, annual salary - $62,400.00 to $81,900.00 depending on qualifications. Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours/week, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. While a qualified Building Official III is preferred, those with Building I or II qualifications may be considered. Qualified Bylaw Enforcement and Investigation Skills Level 1 Certification would be preferred, training towards certification would be considered. www.grandforks.ca/careers

Barista: Starbucks Coffee Company
Revelstoke

— Photo courtesy Starbucks

As a Starbucks barista, you will create the Starbucks Experience for our customers by providing legendary customer service with prompt service, quality beverages and products, and maintaining a clean and comfortable store environment. You will be responsible for modeling and acting in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles and best of all, you’ll be part of a company that is consistently rated as a great place to work and the people here love what they do. Click here for job details. 

General Manager: Banner Recreation
Golden, BC

— Photo courtesy Banner Recreation

An exciting position is available with Banner Recreation and Marine (Motor Tech) in Golden, BC. We are looking for an experienced, people oriented, focused person to lead our team as the General Manager. With three locations Banner Recreation & Marine strives to be recognized as one of the most respected powersports dealers in the industry. See contact info at www.bannerrec.com

Veterinary Medical Receptionist
Invermere, BC

— Photo courtesy Invermere Vet Hospital

If you have a passion for people and their four-legged friends, enjoy the challenge of remaining organized in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, and can keep your cool and your smile when the heat is ON, have we got a job for you!! As a member of the Invermere Veterinary Hospital client care team, you will help keep our daily operations running smoothly. Computer savvy, cash experience, a calm presence, positive perspective and a knowledge of medical terminology required. (250) 342-7007

Chip Haulers based out of Creston
Sutco Contracting Ltd - Creston, BC

— Photo courtesy Sutco

Sutco Transportation is currently looking for Chip Truck Drivers based out of Creston to join our team. Sutco offers extended health/dental coverage, and a company matched contribution pension plan. Must be US Qualified, with Class 1 license. Preference is 2 years chip hauling experience pulling Super B's in the mountains in all weather conditions. This position requires a full time commitment working on a rotational shift in alignment with current hours of service regulations. Please apply on line at sutco.ca, by Fax at 250-357-2009 or by email (see website for email address)

Would you like to see your company’s job and career opportunities promoted in Career Buzz: Top Jobs in the Kootenays? Just let us know and for a modest fee we will post your job opening on the Kootenay Business magazine website (www.kootenaybiz.com); feature it in our Career Buzz: Top Jobs e-newsletter and promote it on our social media sites. For more info contact [email protected]

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