#110 - 198 East Island Hwy, Parksville, BC V9P 2H3      Tel. 250.248.3205   Fax. 250.248.4154

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Canadian Electric Vehicles Ltd. – October 2021

 

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

Canadian Electric Vehicles Ltd. (canEV)  is British Columbia’s original electric vehicle company!  Founded in 1995 in Errington, BC we have been designing and building zero emission electric vehicles and products for more than 25 years.  With electric now driving the car industry, there is surging demand for electrifying everything else – from work trucks and equipment to classic cars.  canEV is expanding both its consumer and commercial product lines to service its local and international customers.

How many employees do you have?

We are a team of six and are currently hiring for various positions.

What do you look for in a new employee?

We seek people who are focused on successful outcomes for the work they do, learning and perfecting skills and abilities, and being an effective communicator to enable our team environment.  We are a small company that is growing: each one of our team members serves and important role in our team.  We are looking for individuals who can work outside a narrow job description and are multi-talented.  Your interest in zero-emission vehicles and sustainability will enable the fit with our team, and company philosophy.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

If you have an interest in electric vehicles we would recommend working with anything related to gain experience whether that be joining your local electric vehicle association, events, or on-line video streaming (youtube.com) to learn more about EVs, or getting direct hands on experience.  Convert a bike to an e-bike or build a battery powered radio-controlled model; better yet convert a car to electric.  Any experience with electric motors and lithium batteries is helpful.  In regard to education, mechatronics and automation courses give a broader scope compared to mechanical or electrical engineering/technology.  Any related engineering, technology background education combined with personal hands-on experience either from work, EV associations or hobbies is attractive.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so, for what types of positions?

  • Technologists and Engineers in Mechanical, Electrical and Mechatronics
  • Metal fabricators
  • Parts/Supply Chain Coordinators
  • Customer Service and Administration

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your business?

First check out our website and social media
Web                 https://canev.com/
Twitter            https://twitter.com/CanadianElectr1
Linked IN       https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadian-electric-vehicles
Instagram       https://www.instagram.com/canadian_electric_vehicles/
Facebook        https://www.facebook.com/CanadianElectricVehicles/

Second, send us an email to apply@canev.com

Put the name of the position in the subject line.  Answer these 3 questions in the body of your email:

  1. What is your interest or experience in electric vehicles?
  2. Briefly, what is the most important attribute you bring to the position applied for?
  3. Are you able to report for work in Parksville, BC?

Attach your resume.

 

Tim Hortons – SEPTEMBER 2021

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Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

We are very flexible with scheduling and work around the needs of our employees.  It is a fast pace BUT is fun, friendly work environment.  We have competitive wages, medical and dental benefits and lots of instore perks and rewards.

How many employees do you have?

25

What do you look for in a new employee?

Positive attitude!  And someone who can work in a team environment,

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Please stop in for a coffee so we can chat about all the different positions to find one that will fit for you.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so, for what types of positions?

Yes, Customer service team members as well as Bakery and Food Prep team members

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your business?

Drop by and ask for Michelle, one of the new owners of the Parksville Tim Hortons.  You can also apply online at https://careers.timhortons.ca/

SUMMIT LOG & TIMBER HOMES – AUGUST, 2021

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

We are a custom log home construction company with current projects for local and overseas customers. When a new employee joins our company, they are joining our family. We take care of each other, on and off the jobsite. It makes for a really tight crew.

How many employees do you have?

Currently, we have 12 employees who work directly with the company as well as many subcontractors involved in various ways.

What do you look for in a new employee?

Experience is always an asset, however there are not a lot of log home builders floating around. To be successful at Summit one must be honest, reliable and hardworking. We will teach you the rest.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Most of our employees have been here for years, so it is not for someone who wants to learn to build a log home over the summer. We want someone who is looking to make a career.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so, for what types of positions?

Generally, those who start with us don’t have log home experience, so we would start them as labourers and develop them into builders. As for hiring, we hire based on the number of projects on the go. That said, we are really busy now.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your business?

The best way is to send us a resume by email to summitwoodjason@gmail.com and we will review it. If we think it is a good fits we will call you in for an interview and a tour of the site.

If you would like to see what we do, and to learn more about what you could possibly be doing on the job site, visit www.summithandcrafted.com or find us on Facebook at Summit Log & Timber Homes Inc.

OCEAN TRAILS RESORT – JULY, 2021

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

At Ocean Trails Resort we strive to create a work place where all of our employees feel appreciated and valued as a member of the team.

How many employees do you have?

Currently we have 14 employees and many have been working with us for several seasons.

What do you look for in a new employee?

At Ocean Trails Resort we are always on the lookout for upbeat, energetic people to join our team. We are open to exploring all training options a new hire may need to enhance their skill set.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

We welcome you to come by the office, drop off a resume and fill out an application. We may be the fit you have been looking for!  We are always open to welcome new members to our teams.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so, for what types of positions?

We are hiring now and have several positions open in our housekeeping department. These are full time, permanent positions. We also offer flexibility for those needing a shorter day or fewer days in a week. We do anticipate an opening in the office for a front desk clerk later in the summer.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your business?

The best way is to come into the office in person with a resume and fill in an application. We can also accept resumes via email to accounts@ocean-trails.com.

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#110-198 East Island Hwy,
Parksville, BC V9P 2H3
Tel. 250.248.3205
Fax. 250.248.4154

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Wed 8:30am-6:00pm
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#110-198 East Island Hwy
Parksville, BC V9P 2H3
Tel. 250.248.3205
Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm