The first step in writing a great resume? Think positive! That’s why I’m going to show real examples from some of the most effective resumes we’ve gotten at Spec On The Job. August 29, 2018 This “Resume Greatest Hit” comes from an applicant for a warehouse Order Picker position: [Name] Recruiter Notes: [Name] …
Month: August 2018
Trucking Crime Blotter – August 2018
A rundown of trucking-related arrests, convictions, and crime news from August 2018. August 6, 2018 LA PRAIRIE, WI Police found “several ounces of a white, crystal powder” and “needles, pipes and unknown liquids” in the cab of a northbound semi-trailer after it crashed on Highway 80 in La Prairie, WI. The truck driver …
Diesel, Lumber, And Staffing News – August 28, 2018
National Average Price Per Gallon: $3.23 Changes to maritime fuel standards are expected to boost the diesel oil market. On January 1, 2020, the International Maritime Organization will enforce new emissions standards for the world’s ships. The move is expected to create an oversupply of high-sulfur fuels as maritime shippers switch …
Resume Greatest Hits – August 24, 2018
The first step in writing a great resume? Think positive! That’s why I’m going to show real examples from some of the most effective resumes we’ve gotten at Spec On The Job. August 24, 2018 This “Resume Greatest Hit” comes from an applicant for a Non-CDL Driver position: Electrical apprentice XYZ Company February …
U.S. Bridges Still Deficient
In May 2018, President Trump pledged to add $1.5 trillion to the country’s infrastructure spending. Since that announcement, the poor state of America’s infrastructure has been a hot topic for both pundits and the general public. Now, a report from the American Society of Civil Engineers shows some progress on the task of getting America’s …
Diesel, Lumber, And Staffing News – August 21, 2018
National Average Price Per Gallon: $3.21 Analysts expect “more volatility” in the oil market. According to Eelco Hoekstra, CEO of Vopak, traders should expect to see “wild swings” in oil prices as a result of U.S. sanctions against Iran. Meanwhile, the International Maritime Organization is set to start enforcing new standards to …
Resume Greatest Hits – August 17, 2018
The first step in writing a great resume? Think positive! That’s why I’m going to show real examples from some of the most effective resumes we’ve gotten at Spec On The Job. August 17, 2018 This “Resume Greatest Hit” comes from an applicant for a Fabricator position: [First Name] [Last name] xxx@gmail.com (555) …
E-Commerce Adds To Traffic Woes
E-commerce companies are changing the landscape of retail. In the past, consumers had to make weekly trips to brick-and-mortar stores to purchase essentials. Now we can buy everything from groceries to medicine to pet food online and have them delivered to our doorsteps. But online retailers are no longer satisfied only with helping consumers bypass …
Diesel, Lumber, And Staffing News – August 14, 2018
National Average Price Per Gallon: $3.22 The U.S. dollar is gaining strength. Unfortunately, this could hurt the oil market, according to some analysts. That’s because a strong U.S. dollar makes oil more expensive to much of the world. This pushes down oil prices as a result. “There are lots of variables …
Resume Greatest Hits – August 10, 2018
The first step in writing a great resume? Think positive! That’s why I’m going to show real examples from some of the most effective resumes we’ve gotten at Spec On The Job. August 10, 2018 This “Resume Greatest Hit” comes from an applicant for a Welder position: WORK EXPERIENCE Welder/Fabricator 6 years small job …