need help finding job in the north

YA*AM*A*HEAD

YA*AM*A*HEAD

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hey guys i have just left the job i have had for the last 8 years and am looking for a job in michigan or wisconson anywere that gets more snow than here ....i am in the epoxy flooring business and concrete repair ....i have been looking around tnd most companies dont do all the things we did or they just do one or two ......i woild like to be in the northern half but not sure were in the state i am wanting to go ....so i was wondering if there is anyone who knows of any companies that do this type of work ...or anyone who works or has worked for any companies like this ,,,,,wife says if i dont get a job that i will have to start selling off the snowmobiles :whine: ....so help me out guys get me up there in michigan somewere please so i dont have to sell the snowmobiles thanks
 
I would google some of the technical terms associated with the products and processes that you work with and then contact the companies you find directly. Ask for the president, tell him about your background and skill set. Repeat over and over till you get a hit.

I know I'm always more impressed when contacted by a job prospect directly as opposed to going through HR. It shows motivation.
 
Bischof said:
I know I'm always more impressed when contacted by a job prospect directly as opposed to going through HR. It shows motivation.
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Greg - I need a job!! How did I do?



Yeah Michigan is a tough place to look for work right now, good luck !!!
 
S.X. said:
Greg - I need a job!! How did I do?
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lol. Joking aside Bischof is right. In fact if you combine his idea with

YA*AM*A*HEAD said:
most companies dont do all the things we did or they just do one or two
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... you tell President of company X that you have expertise in these "other" areas and that these new capabilities are a great way for him to expand the business ... possibilities to capture niche markets ... become the go to company for a variety of related services ...

Now you are not only showing motivation, but demonstrating a thorough understanding of his business and the local market. That's the guy that stands out from the rest because he's not just looking for a job, he looking for a career and he's got the company's interests in mind.

Give it a try, you might be suprised at the result!
 
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ExpertXViper said:
Michigan????? Our unemployment rate has set a all time high, finding steady work here is going to be tough.
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True but I hear that Gaylord Ford Lincoln Mercury is looking for a Mechanic.
 
YamerDown said:
... you tell President of company X that you have expertise in these "other" areas and that these new capabilities are a great way for him to expand the business ... possibilities to capture niche markets ... become the go to company for a variety of related services ...

Now you are not only showing motivation, but demonstrating a thorough understanding of his business and the local market. That's the guy that stands out from the rest because he's not just looking for a job, he looking for a career and he's got the company's interests in mind.

Give it a try, you might be suprised at the result!
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Excellent point, I wish I'd said that, and that's funny because I'm usually saying "I wish I hadn't said that"
 
I have looked into moving north for the exact same reasons. after talking to different companies i have come to the conclusion to stay in chicago-area make good money and retire early with a great pension. 12 more years and we are north bound for good!
It sounds like we are in a very similar field.i am a carpenter, specializing in concrete construction but i can cover all aspects of the field in side jobs. pouring , drives, patios sidewalks, resuface garage floors stain older concrete. when speaking with companies up north they all wanted me but at about half or less than my salarie now with absolutely no bennefits...health, dental, eye or pension.
I wish you the best of luck! It would be great to see it work out for you!
 
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