Special Features - Extreme Education and Career Fair Supplement

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Education & Career Fair A comprehensive guide to aid you in your search for career and educational opportunities.

• EDUCATION • TRADES • HOSPITALITY • RETAIL • HEALTHCARE & MORE!

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Keith Currie

Publisher Comox Valley Record

Kristy O’Connor Black Press Manager | Digital Sales and Career Fairs Initiatives, BC Division

On behalf of the team at Black Press, we are delighted to provide job seekers, career changers, students, life long learners, and employers with this comprehensive guide to career and education opportunities in the North Island and British Columbia.

Readers will have the opportunity to learn about employers from industries that you may not have considered prior to this event. In the current economic climate, we recommend that you broaden your search, and consider multiple industries and

locations.

Black Press Newspaper Group has the largest media footprint in British Columbia with over 89 community media brands. Through print and digital properties, we are committed to the success of B.C. residents’ career advancement, providing information on educational opportunities, as well as linking employers and great local talent.

For more information on this or future events across B.C., contact Kristy O’Connor at koconnor@bpdigital.ca or call 1-855-678-7833.

Serve your community and care for those you love Embark on a career path that offers growth opportunities while playing a vital role in the health and care of your neighbours and loved ones.

Come visit us at the Comox Valley Career Fair February 8, 2018 12 - 6 pm Canadian Forces Base Comox, BC

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Vancouver Island Private Accredited Colleges Adventure Tourism Training NVIATS is an Aboriginal training organization mandated to increase the participation of Aboriginal Peoples in the Canadian labour market. We support both job seekers and employers, and provide a number of different programs and services to support these efforts.

For more information, please visit us at: 1211 Cypress Street in Campbell River or call us at: 250.286.3455

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Cermaq Canada is a progressive, third party certified salmon aquaculture company with steady year-round employment in multiple Vancouver Island communities.

Join the Cermaq team where you will be rewarded with growth and development opportunities. We are committed to employee safety, corporate & social responsibility, and sustainable aquaculture practices.

HIRING • Residential Support Workers • Child and Youth Care Workers • Community Inclusion Workers • General Household Assistants Communitas Supportive Care Society is a faithbased, registered charity providing care to those living with disabilities. We provide services ranging from 24-hr residential care to skillsbased day programs to respite care for families.

At Communitas we empower people of all abilities from all walks of life regardless of faith, social standing, race or ethnicity.

CERMAQ CANADA IS CURRENTLY RECRUITING: • Saltwater Husbandry Technicians • Processing Technicians • Cleaning & Sanitation Technicians

Apply NOW! Email your resume and cover letter to careers.canada@cermaq.com.

Please reference the position you are applying for in the subject line.

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SUPPORT THE CANADIAN FORCES! At 19 Wing & CFB Comox, we support the Canadian Forces by providing a number of programs and services through a variety of agencies.

Canadian Armed Forces Reserve Force (RCAF Reserve) Our main role is to support the Regular Force at home and abroad. Our reserve staff is generally part-time, and has the option to voluntarily move bases or deploy on a military mission.

For more information, please visit www.forces.gc.ca.

Military Family Resource Centre We are a registered non-profit society that works to support serving members and their families in the 19 Wing geographical area. A wide variety of programs and services are provided to the community by a multi-disciplinary team of core staff, trained volunteers, and partners in the local community.

For more information, please visit www.CAFconnection.ca/comox employmentopportunities

Canadian Forces Morale & Welfare Services (CFMWS) We are a national employer and support the Canadian Forces community through morale and welfare programs. Unique opportunities are offered in the areas of retail, fitness, recreation, accounting, human resources and financial services.

For more information, please visit https://www.cfmws.com.

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EDUCATION & CAREER FAIR ‘People first’ organization lets you really make a difference Work-life balance and ability to have a positive impact create a winning career combination Ira Kibbe was studying criminal justice in Abbotsford when a practicum took him to a local penitentiary.

The experience would lead him down a career path that would change his life and that of many inmates he’s overseen in the decade since.

man. After working extensively with him, he saw significant growth that helped break the cycle and prevent him from returning to prison upon his release.

“It just opened my eyes to what a corrections career could be and the opportunities it presented,” Kibbe says.

Joining the BC Corrections team in 2009 as a Correctional Officer, Kibbe set his sights on the Fraser Regional Correctional Centre for a couple of reasons.

First, BC Corrections’ flexible work schedule gives him ample time to spend with family and friends in Maple Ridge, where the location of the correctional centre provides easy access to both city amenities and ample outdoor recreation opportunities.

Second, he liked that it was a sentencing facility – rather than inmates being remanded while awaiting trial or sentencing, they were there to do their allotted time, meaning more opportunity to help them along a better path.

Kibbe recalls one young inmate who had a long history of unhealthy and broken relationships. As a role model, Kibbe fostered a positive and respectful relationship with the young

“I have always said that our staff are our greatest asset,” says Stephanie Macpherson, Provincial Director, BC Corrections. “We are a ‘people first’ organization – which means we are always thinking of the people when we make decisions and develop our principles, values and goals. People matter, whether it’s the inmate in our custody or our staff who want to help to support that person who wants to turn their life around. We are focused on investing in our staff to ensure our organization is agile, responsive to their needs and able to excel in pursuing its mission of public safety.”

Numerous career opportunities

“You’re actually teaching them, coaching them and helping them reintegrate into society. You can really make a difference,” says Kibbe, today a Correctional Supervisor of Operations at the Fraser Regional Correctional Centre.

And that points to the value BC Corrections sees in its officers.

Early in his career, Kibbe enjoyed a position with the correctional centre’s Right Living Community, where carefully selected inmates live in a setting more akin to a halfway house and founded on the idea of discussion between officers and inmates, rather than enforcement.

“Right away I noticed that when you remove those barriers, people open up. There were a few guys who really took our discussions to heart, which opened them up to accepting help and being willing to change their behavior.

This approach greatly improves the inmate experience during their time in custody and creates a safer, more respectful environment for everyone.”

That early experience led Kibbe to wanting to work with inmates with mental health needs, with a focus on working with them to develop a release plan that would help them succeed when they were released.

“I kind of fell in love with the work – it was challenging and rewarding and it was where you could make a huge impact on someone’s life.”

Kibbe’s experience points to the opportunities open to BC Corrections’ officers.

Fraser Regional Correctional Centre has three levels of custody, so some inmates are engaged in work in the community, including mowing lawns at the cemetery and running the local fish hatchery, while others work within the facility itself. There, staff are engaged to teach everything from apprenticeship accredited welding to various levels of carpentry, in addition to many more roles.

“The variety of different things you can do is massive, especially if you’re motivated to do something new,” Kibbe says.

“You get the satisfaction of actually changing someone’s life and it gives you the opportunity to give back to the community.”

Milieu Family Services Inc. Milieu Children and Family Services Inc. has the following job opportunities available for hire: • RESIDENTIAL CHILD & YOUTH WORKERS • COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERS • AWAKE NIGHT WORKERS

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Positive, team-oriented work environment Working outdoors, staying connected to nature Strong commitment to workplace safety High operational standards Internal advancement opportunities Ongoing professional development

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Submit resume to: hr@griegseafood.com

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JOIN OUR TEAM! Compass Group Canada, Canada’s leading Food and Support Services Company is currently hiring for Housekeeping Associates to perform all aspects of janitorial work at the North Island Hospitals – Comox Valley in Courtenay and Campbell River Hospital in Campbell River. The Housekeeping Associate will be responsible for key cleaning duties throughout the hospital such as disinfecting, damp dusting, dry and wet mopping, floor maintenance and finishing, cleaning of washrooms, walls, vents, patient rooms including beds, furniture and soiled linen, regular and biomedical waste collection. This position requires a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude and the ability to work in a fast paced, physically demanding, and patient centric customer service oriented environment. Please submit your resume to CrothallNorthIsland@compass-canda.com.

Thank you for your interest in Compass Group Canada!

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Join BC Corrections

What Are We About?

Provincial Correctional Officers are peace officers and are responsible for maintaining security, safety, good order, discipline, and care of adult inmates by providing orientation, direction, guidance, and programming. The focus is on engaging inmates in a pro-social environment that provides maximum opportunity for change in a setting that is productive and supportive, and where they are treated in a respectful, fair, and equitable manner.

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Competitive salary Envied benefit and pension package Student loan forgiveness program and scholarships available Training Partner with the Justice Institute of British Columbia public safety

Inspiring Excellence, Changing Lives For more information, email: bccorrections.recruiting@gov.bc.ca

APPLY NOW: gov.bc.ca/bccorrectionscareers

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EDUCATION & CAREER FAIR Plan Ahead When Choosing a Student Job Now Hiring

The John Howard Society of North Island is seeking professionals to join our carehome team. Contracted caregivers provide a supportive, understanding, structured home for youth. We offer a high level of support, ongoing training, and three respite days per month.

For more information or to apply please contact: Sadie @ 250-286-0222 ext. 224

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Preparing for your future career can start sooner than you think. If you’re a student looking for a part-time or summer job, consider choosing a type of employment that matches your future goals and aspirations.

By doing so, you’ll get a head start on developing useful skills and experience that will be in valuable further down the road.

It’s important to remember that almost all jobs provide worthwhile experience. Regardless of the type of work you’re doing, you’ll most likely develop your interpersonal, problemsolving and organizational skills. So, even if your work has no relation to your studies, you’ll still be gaining valuable experience.

If you already have a career path in mind, find out what skills you’ll need to develop before looking for a job.

If you’re gifted at a particular subject in school and your future profession requires effective communication, try your hand at tutoring: it’s the perfect opportunity to learn how to clearly explain your ideas. You can always meet with a school counsellor if you’re having trouble identifying which jobs best satisfy your ambitions.

Don’t forget that most people usually start a new job at the bottom and work their way up. For example, if you want to be a cook, try and find a job as an assistant cook. This will provide you with relevant work experience.

What’s more, you’ll be demonstrating a serious interest in the profession as well as developing contacts within the industry. However, don’t make the mistake of taking a position you hate simply because it relates to your field of study: enjoying what you do is an important aspect of any job.

Lastly, be mindful that your work shouldn’t interfere with your studies.

Make sure your schedule allows you the necessary time to do your homework and to prepare for exams.

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Across Vancouver Island!

HUB is one of the largest insurance brokers in the world and represents a broad, deep, one-of-a-kind aggregation of insurance entrepreneurs.

We are looking for self-starters with an entrepreneurial spirit who have a desire to help others protect their future. If this is you, visit our website for details on available positions!

• Branch Manager • Auto Insurance Associate • Auto Mobile Associate • Assistant Branch Manager • Personal Insurance Associate • Commercial Account Executive

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Join our team today in Comox, Courtenay, Campbell River or Nanaimo!

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Now Hiring

Thrifty Foods Crown Isle Shopping Centre & Courtenay Crossing

Add your name to our team today!

We offer flexible working hours, excellent training programs and competitive wages with credit given for previous work history. Apply in store at our Customer Service Desk or online.

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Can’t find work? Maybe you need training.

ServiceAbility is a no-cost training program designed to get you working in the retail or service industry. You’ll receive skills training, one-on-one job search support and certifications in Food Safe, Serving It Right, First Aid, Health & Safety, Cashier Training, SuperHostTM and Customer Service and Sales.

Classes start February 13th, space is limited.

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Canadian Coast Guard, recognized as one of

Canada’s Top employers for Young People 2017 For career opportunities with the Canadian Coast Guard, visit the following websites: National CCG: www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca Canadian Coast Guard College: www.cgc.gc.ca Government of Canada: www.jobs.gc.ca

Retirement Concepts provides a uniquely compelling opportunity to work for a dynamic, growth-oriented, entrepreneurial employer which offers widely diverse careers, whether based at one of our 23 seniors’ residences or at either of our corporate offices in the Lower Mainland.

Wherever you work, whatever you do, the same overriding principles – a fun, energized and respectful workplace, career growth opportunities, competitive wages and benefits, flexible schedules – will always apply.

Hatchery Technician Deckhand Electrician

We are currently recruiting permanent and casual career opportunities in:

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Front line care • Clinical support • Facility operations management • Sales and marketing Finance • and administration

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Staff Kitchen Assistant Cook • Front Desk • Dock Hand Housekeeper • Night Janitor • Night Audit We are looking for unique individuals who are committed to exceeding and enhancing guest experience to the highest service level. You achieve this through your talents, your personality, your passion and compassion to work smart and make the most of a six month window of opportunity to succeed. We will provide accommodation, meals, laundry, leisure, and communication services for all employees. Transportation to the resort is provided from Campbell River via 75 minute marine transport.

Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@sonoraresort.com and reference the position of interest and how you heard about Sonora.

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EDUCATION & CAREER FAIR WE’RE HIRING! Cleaners Needed!

Health Care Assistants (HCA)/Care Aides!

Openings in: Courtenay, Campbell River, Powell River

Experience appreciated but not required.

Part time, full time and casual hours available.

Bee-Clean is Canada’s largest 100% Canadian-owned janitorial company. With over environment with excellent opportunities for advancement and development.

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Competitive hourly wage based on experience Opportunities to pick up extra hours at other sites Excellent opportunities for advancement

Please email your resume to vancouver.island@beeclean.net for immediate consideration.

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We’re aiming to be the best in the business and we’re looking for motivated, passionate people to join our team and help fuel our growth.

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Hiring Requirements: BC Care Aide Registry # BC Drivers License and Vehicle Clear Criminal Record First Aid/CPR Certificate

Why Work For CBI: Flexible Schedule Competitive Wages Benefits

For more information or to apply, please email your resume to careersbc@cbi.ca

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Email your resume to dominoscourtenay@dpz.ca or complete our online application at dominos.ca/careers. Or apply in store: 581 Ryan Road, Courtenay

The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

Sea by day, home by night Badinotti is recognised as an industry leader in providing comprehensive net solutions to the Canadian Aquaculture Industry. Maintaining our industry position and navigating the future challenges we require new people to join us.

WE ARE LOOKING TO HIRE THE FOLLOWING INCUMBENTS: • Net Repair Technicians • Maintenance Personal • Vessel Captains • Vessel Engineers • Vessel Deckhands

BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM: • Industry Leader in technological applications • Industry Leading Compensation • Company Sponsored Training • Excellent Work to Life Balance • Individual Professional Development • Excellent Workplace Culture

Set a new course, your career awaits.

BC Ferries was named one of BC’s top employers for a reason. We offer an established workplace, extensive training, comprehensive benefits and diverse career opportunities. We are currently hiring for the following positions: Customer Service Attendants (Nanaimo & Little River) Deckhands (Nanaimo & Little River) Terminal Service Attendants (North Island) To apply or learn more, visit bcferries.com

Apply today! Email your resume and cover letter to trevor.schiele@Badinotti.com or jessica.bennet@badinotti.com

Join Our Family!

We are looking for energetic individuals to fill the following positions:

• PRODUCT SPECIALIST • SERVICE TECHNICIANS • LOT ATTENDEE

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Please email your resume and cover letter to: mcleaninfo@shaw.ca

There are many reasons to consider joining the Forces The Canadian Armed Forces is a Federal government organization that consists of professional individuals dedicated to the protection of Canadian national values. We have over 100 full time employment options, extending between our three elements (Navy, Army & Airforce). There are many reasons to consider joining the Forces, ranging from such tangible benefits as paid education and competitive salaries to the incomparable feeling of pride and teamwork coupled with the knowledge that one is making a difference in Canada and throughout the world. We are hiring and look forward to meeting dedicated, motivated individuals who are up for a challenge. For more information visit forces.ca to learn about our opportunities.

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NIC helps students launch careers At NIC students gain in-demand skills and credentials that employers are looking for in a supportive environment focused on student success.

Kelsey Anglin, NIC Business Administration degree alumni, said the personalized attention and study abroad

experience she received as a student widened her horizons and launched her career as a commercial banking manager.

“NIC is great because there’s a lot at your fingertips,” she said. “I graduated with study abroad experience, no student loans, a quality education and a great job.”

“NIC has supported me through bursaries, scholarships and so much encouragement,” said Dawn Tisdale, who graduated from NIC with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

“I am so grateful to have taken my degree in such a beautiful setting, with highly engaged faculty, a strong student body and friendly, helpful administration.”

NIC Bachelor of Business Administration alumni Kelsey Anglin says that the study abroad experience and quality education she received at NIC launched her career as a commercial banking manager at CIBC.

NIC offers a wide range of services and resources to help students reach

their goals. This includes everything from financial aid and educational advising to hands-on learning with expert faculty invested in student success.

Upon graduation, NIC Bachelor of Science in Nursing alumni Dawn Tisdale was hired by the Association of Registered Nurses of BC to co-lead their student/new grad program. In her previous role as president of the Canadian Nursing Student Association she was the voice of nearly 30,000 student nurses.

“It’s exciting to meet students who are exploring how college can help them reach their goals,” said NIC recruiter Danielle Hoogland.

“Our lower tuition,

phenomenal instructors and smaller class sizes are part of what makes me so excited to share what North Island College has to offer.”

Hoogland, along with Danean Laird, NIC’s human resources manager and Anita Budisa-Bonneau, NIC’s work integrated education coordinator, will be onhand to answer questions throughout the day February 8 as they connect with prospective students and job seekers at NIC’s career fair booth.

If individuals still have questions after career fair, NIC’s educational advisors are always available to help prospective students choose programs and classes, fill out application forms and apply for funding.

Call 1-800-715-0914 or visit www.nic.bc.ca to learn more.

Launch your career at NIC

Gain in-demand skills and credentials that employers are looking for Health Community Care

Trades & Technology University Transfer Business Tourism & Hospitality

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Fine Arts & Design

NIC offers industry-approved skills training, nationally recognized credentials, networking opportunities, applied skills and knowledge to advance your career.

To learn more visit www.nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914

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Become a CBSA Officer Trainee

TODAY! As a Border Services Officer, you are the face of our country when visitors and goods arrive, and residents return home. You protect the security, safety, and health of our country in an ever-changing world.

And best of all, the variety of opportunities and responsibilities mean that it’s never the same day twice.

For more information, please visit www.cbsa.gc.ca.

We’re hiring. Join our team!

There’s never been a better time to join Canada Post. We’re hiring for a wide range of positions, and we invite you to visit our booth and meet our team at the Black Press Extreme Education & Career Fair, on February 8, 2018.

Opportunities are available in a number of areas, including:

• Management • Operations Supervisors • Delivery Agents • Letter Carriers • Postmasters • Post Office Assistants

• Postal Clerks • Postal Systems Technicians (Team Leads) • Postal Systems Technicians • Volume Counters • Administration

For specific vacancies and full position details, visit canadapost.ca/careers and look under both Current Opportunities and Retail Opportunities

Apply today!

West Coast Fishculture Ltd.

Pioneering Salmon Aquaculture Technology Producer of Lois Lake Steelhead

The future is growing!

We are seeking applicants for Aquaculture Hatchery and Farm Technicians.

Send resume and cover letter to: careers@agrimarine.com or fax 604-487-1036

GARDEN CENTRE STAFF WANTED! Garden Centre employees wanted for this spring gardening season.

Duties include all aspects of plant care, customer service, and some labour.

Successful applications will have the following skills and abilities: A superior knowledge of bedding plants, perennials, shrubs and other garden related products.

Must be hard-working, highly organized and thrive in a busy retail environment.

Excellent customer service abilities.

Must be able to effectively take initiative with little supervision and be able to do what it takes to get the job done.

Visit us in store at: 2801 CLIFFE AVE. COURTENAY, or email your resume to: gm@ct350.ca

Should be able to work cooperatively and effectively with other garden centre staff.

Must be able to work under variable weather conditions.

Hiring NOW Machinist with Experience

Des renseignements en français sur les postes offerts sont disponibles en ligne à postescanada.ca/carrieres.

IST is a family owned and operated business that has been established in Campbell River since 1979, specializing in heavy equipment repairs. We service the local forestry and mining industries with hydraulic cylinder repair services, as well as the marine and pulp and paper industries with thermal spray coating technologies.

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Please email your resume to wayne@istech.ca

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Five Ways to Acquire Useful Experience

When you join Kal Tire, you have the chance to do something big with your career: chase goals, grow and give back to the community the same way we have for more than 60 years. Join the Kal Tire family...you’ll see how our unique culture of teamwork and true service set us apart, and set you up for success!

First-time applicants, recent graduates entering the workforce, and people changing careers often face the same dilemma: they don’t get hired because they lack experience, and they can’t acquire experience because no one will hire them. While frustrating, there are ways to avoid this paradox and gain useful, relevant experience to land that new job.

1. Co-op programs. Many programs offer students the opportunity to alternate bet ween work and study terms. Work is related to your field of study and consists of several paid or unpaid internships. These allow you to acquire experience and to develop contacts in your field.

2. Student jobs. While at school, try to get a job that develops pertinent skills that will be useful when pursuing your future career. For example, if you plan on working with children, choose a job as a camp counsellor instead of delivering pizzas.

3. Internships. Work internships are practical for both students and people looking to change careers. They allow you to put your skills and knowledge into practice, acquire experience and connect with individuals and businesses in your field.

4. Volunteering. Volunteering your time at a company in your fi eld or sector is a great way to acquire

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experience and expand your network of connections.

5. Temporary employment. Working at firms who hire additional staff during peak periods is another excellent way to gain experience.

Lastly, don’t overlook the many opportunities found on the hidden job market. A significant amount of openings are filled without ever being posted or advertised. That’s why it’s important to turn to your network of friends, family members and even old classmates when looking for employment. Often times, you’ll discover that landing that first job comes down to who you know and not what you know.

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JOIN OUR TEAM. Let’s build a better future. We’re seeking quick learners who can deliver a positive and productive experience for our customers.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS INCLUDE: • Sales Associates • Cashiers • Lot Associates • Overnight Associates

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As part of our team, you will receive:

Located at: 388 Lerwick Road Courtenay, BC V9N 9E5

• Medical and Dental Benefits • Tuition Reimbursement • Paid Time Off • and Much More!

For more information and to apply, go to homedepot.ca/careers

To expedite the application process, please bring your application confirmation # (ends in BR) and 2 pieces of government ID (one with a picture).

We are committed to diversity as an equal opportunity employer.

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