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Auto mechanic wanted. At least 5 years exp. needed in minor and major engine repair. Bring resume to Zip Tune at 817 N. 4th St. or call 360-336-2667
CCSWW-Skagit Co. THERAPIST- ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST P/T 15 hrs. per wk., $17.78-$18.40 per hr. DOE/Additional pay for WA State License. Required: MA/related field, have exp. w/direct service for seriously mentally ill children & their families, eligible to obtain CMHS &. able/willing to obtain WA State Agency Affiliated Counselor Certificate OR currently have WA State Reg. through 6/30/2010. For more info. visit our website: www.ccsww.org. Submit cover letter/resume to: Email: NWEJobs@cc sww.org or by Fax to (425) 257-2116 or mail to: H.R. Office, 1918 Everett Ave., Everett, WA 98201. CCSWW/NW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
SALES AND MARKETING REP for our RV Supply Store in Burlington. Hourly + large commissions. Call now: 360-371-5227, ext. #206. Ask for John.
RECEIVABLES/BILLING SPECIALIST Skagit Publishing has an immediate opening for a Receivables Specialist, working 8am to 5pm, Mon. - Fri. Includes benefits. Responsibilities include: preparing daily deposit, applying payments to proper customer accounts; ordering office supplies, preparing legal affidavits and customer billing. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent or a certificate of higher education, at least 2 years experience in an office setting, computer and data entry. Must pay attention to detail and be well organized. Must have 2 years experience in accounts receivable. Please pick up an application & return with resume to: 1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon or e-mail plain text to: dbrooks@skagitpublishing.com Skagit Publishing is an equal opportunity employer.
EXPERIENCED YACHT DETAILERS needed. Must be able to buff. Please - no auto detailers. Please call (360) 631-7127.
OFFICE ASSISTANT F/T position requires great customer service & computer skills & prior office exp. HS Diploma/GED req'd. $34,868-$40,421/yr (DOE) + benefits. Pick-up/return app to Port Office, 1st & Commercial Ave, Anacortes. Or portofanacortes.com. Must be received by 5pm 3/17/10.
SKAGIT SPEEDWAY Hiring seasonal workers for concessions, ticket takers, clean up and special projects. Must have cash handling exp., great customer service, good work ethic, proper grooming, transportation & be min. 16 yrs. old. Applications may be picked up at the track. 360-724-3567
KARMART AUTO GROUP Immediate opening for F/T Experienced European Technician, VW Certified Preferred. Possible other dealership positions available. Pay DOE and benefits package. Submit application to Karmart VW or email resume to amattix@karmart.com
CCSWW-Skagit Co. THERAPIST- ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST P/T 15 hrs. per wk., $17.78-$18.40 per hr. DOE/Additional pay for WA State License. Required: MA/related field, have exp. w/direct service for seriously mentally ill children & their families, eligible to obtain CMHS &. able/willing to obtain WA State Agency Affiliated Counselor Certificate OR currently have WA State Reg. through 6/30/2010. For more info. visit our website: www.ccsww.org. Submit cover letter/resume to: Email: NWEJobs@cc sww.org or by Fax to (425) 257-2116 or mail to: H.R. Office, 1918 Everett Ave., Everett, WA 98201. CCSWW/NW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
SALES AND MARKETING REP for our RV Supply Store in Burlington. Hourly + large commissions. Call now: 360-371-5227, ext. #206. Ask for John.
RECEIVABLES/BILLING SPECIALIST Skagit Publishing has an immediate opening for a Receivables Specialist, working 8am to 5pm, Mon. - Fri. Includes benefits. Responsibilities include: preparing daily deposit, applying payments to proper customer accounts; ordering office supplies, preparing legal affidavits and customer billing. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent or a certificate of higher education, at least 2 years experience in an office setting, computer and data entry. Must pay attention to detail and be well organized. Must have 2 years experience in accounts receivable. Please pick up an application & return with resume to: 1215 Anderson Road, Mount Vernon or e-mail plain text to: dbrooks@skagitpublishing.com Skagit Publishing is an equal opportunity employer.
EXPERIENCED YACHT DETAILERS needed. Must be able to buff. Please - no auto detailers. Please call (360) 631-7127.
OFFICE ASSISTANT F/T position requires great customer service & computer skills & prior office exp. HS Diploma/GED req'd. $34,868-$40,421/yr (DOE) + benefits. Pick-up/return app to Port Office, 1st & Commercial Ave, Anacortes. Or portofanacortes.com. Must be received by 5pm 3/17/10.
SKAGIT SPEEDWAY Hiring seasonal workers for concessions, ticket takers, clean up and special projects. Must have cash handling exp., great customer service, good work ethic, proper grooming, transportation & be min. 16 yrs. old. Applications may be picked up at the track. 360-724-3567
KARMART AUTO GROUP Immediate opening for F/T Experienced European Technician, VW Certified Preferred. Possible other dealership positions available. Pay DOE and benefits package. Submit application to Karmart VW or email resume to amattix@karmart.com
