Looking for a new job

[Survivalism]

Well things at my current job have changed so much that i am no longer remotely happy working there, i am looking for any job of a similar pay rate.

The place i am currently employed at went through a complete managerial change that has driven employees that have been there for 5+ years out.

I can say without hesitation that i am looking for a long term job with the possibility of further advancement, my references can speak to my work ethic, reliability, and character.

A little info about me:

I am 20 years old, turning 21 in February.
I am currently employed at my first job
I have been at my current employment for about 9 months
I started as a part time sales associate / off hours stock crew, within 6 months i was promoted to the Store Receiving Specialist position, around 3 months after that i was promoted to a Department Supervisor position.

I have experience in the following areas:

Customer Service
Back of House operations ( unloading trucks, loading trucks, palatizing inventory, adjusting and maintaining inventory, stocking and back stocking product, receiving direct shipments and much more )
Supervising a sales team and maintaining a department
Typical retail experience

I am a very quick learner and am always willing to go above and beyond.
I am able to provide professional references that will speak to my work ethic.

If you have any questions please feel free to send me a PM.

Thanks for your time guys.

[grim]

hey I'm not trying to be a dick but I'm going to give you a little bit of harsh advice...

Making the statement that your no longer happy with your job so your looking for another job after only being employed there for 9 months and the fact that your young is not something you want to put out in the open!

Most companies or even people on here want to hire people that are looking for the long haul or that will be dedicated to their job and work for them for more than 9 months!
For example i am hiring I need mechanic if you said you have a mechanical background but I read on here what you just put in my head I'm thinking "well I'm not gonna hire this kid because he's just going to get tired of working here in 9 months and leave so why should I waste my time with him if I'm going to have to find a replacement?"

That's my .02 and like I said I'm not being I dick I'm trying to help you out a little you may want to revise your initial post!

[Survivalism]

I thought about that and should have mentioned that the place i am currently employed at went through a complete managerial change that has driven employees that have been there for 5+ years out.

I can say without hesitation that i am looking for a long term job with the possibility of further advancement, my references can speak to my work ethic, reliability, and character.

[rforsythe]

Well, whether he posts it or not, he's not happy with his job for whatever reason. I've had jobs that turned out to suck within months as well. If you're going to hire someone and expect them to stay for years even if they are miserable, that's a bit delusional anyway. Good work environments breed retention, not simply hiring people who are willing to put up with whatever. NOT saying that's what you would do, just that there is more to it than sticking it out for longevity's sake. It's also his first job, so a hiring manager is going to take that into account in terms of this guy really not having enough background to know what he's after, or perhaps the professional maturity to deal with things the same way someone who's been at it for years would do. Hiring newbies is always a challenge.

To the OP, good luck with the job hunt, hopefully you find something in your skillset that is more what you're after. And don't hop around too much, employers really do like to see that you can keep a job for a while. 9 months is borderline in that area.

[grim]

I thought about that and should have mentioned that the place i am currently employed at went through a complete managerial change that has driven employees that have been there for 5+ years out.

I can say without hesitation that i am looking for a long term job with the possibility of further advancement, my references can speak to my work ethic, reliability, and character.

that's perfectly fine and I understand that but I don't think your getting my point. Think of your post as a resume you wouldn't put currently employed for company for 9 months...but I don't like it there anymore so I'm trying to find something else.

You would just put employed at current job for 9 months and currently seeking a more suitable permanent position that does not have such a high turnover rate as current employer.

[Survivalism]

that's perfectly fine and I understand that but I don't think your getting my point. Think of your post as a resume you wouldn't put currently employed for company for 9 months...but I don't like it there anymore so I'm trying to find something else.

You would just put employed at current job for 9 months and currently seeking a more suitable permanent position that does not have such a high turnover rate as current employer.

I see what you are saying, i would never put the above statement in my formal resume, i guess i assumed this would be a bit less formal and i wanted to be completely honest.

I had no intentions of leaving my current job at any point until very recently, im sure we all know how fast things can change.

[grim]

I see what you are saying, i would never put the above statement in my formal resume, i guess i assumed this would be a bit less formal and i wanted to be completely honest.

I had no intentions of leaving my current job at any point until very recently, im sure we all know how fast things can change.

fair enough just wanted to make sure you knew and trust me I know where your coming from try working at toys r us everyone here has had that one job that fucking sucks! I wasn't a fan of moms calling me a piece of shit because we sold out of the Susie piss her pants doll or whatever

good luck on your hunt if you had a mechanical background I would help you out!!

[vort3xr6]

You sound like a potential parts wholesale person in the auto industry. I will send a PM out tomorrow.

[Survivalism]

fair enough just wanted to make sure you knew and trust me I know where your coming from try working at toys r us everyone here has had that one job that fucking sucks! I wasn't a fan of moms calling me a piece of shit because we sold out of the Susie piss her pants doll or whatever

good luck on your hunt if you had a mechanical background I would help you out!!

hehe.. i work at Babies R Us

And honestly this depends on your definition of mechanical background, what kind of experience do i need?

I would like to say i have some sort of natural skill with mechanical stuff, i have always done all the work on my bikes with little hangups and learned it all myself.

I have done some basic maintenance on cars and have always wanted to get more involved ( hence my DSM post )

If the job your looking for is not too specialized I would love to talk to you and see if maybe we could set up some sort of skills test or something.


vort3xr6:

Thanks man! I think that is something i would be good at and would love the opportunity to showcase my skills.

[Zenshu]

There is always the Army....provided you could qualify that is! ...all kidding aside though if you want some info send me a PM and I will answer your questions.

[Clovis]

Follow the rainbow to RANGER SCHOOL!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qC301ZbdEyk

There is always the Army....provided you could qualify that is! ...all kidding aside though if you want some info send me a PM and I will answer your questions.

[Zenshu]

I love the Ranger Promo Videos...we watch those every morning for something to laugh about.

[Survivalism]

Follow the rainbow to RANGER SCHOOL!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qC301ZbdEyk

LOL! Gotta watch the other ones now.

I have thought about some form of military but the idea is still on the back burner.

[Jesterbass21]

how about the army preparing you for life?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvpnjYEO0gc

[Clovis]

Oh and by the way, I think my first job lasted about 6 months. Courtesy clerk (aka bag boy) at King Soopers. It's kind of rare for someone to stick with a company longer then a few years these days. Even CEOs come and go.

[rforsythe]

Oh and by the way, I think my first job lasted about 6 months. Courtesy clerk (aka bag boy) at King Soopers. It's kind of rare for someone to stick with a company longer then a few years these days. Even CEOs come and go.

Depends on the job. For things like grocery bagging and back-room stocking, yeah I would just expect high turnover in those positions. I'm up on my 5yr anniversary at my employer, and quite a large number of people there stay at least that long (I work with some that have been there for 10+, an eternity in the tech field). I have found that the more professional/career-level jobs have longer employment, and the more senior the role the longer they last.

[grim]

If were going to talk about the longevity of people staying employed in at one place then i have all of you beat as far as knowing someone!

At my shop we have a gentleman who has been working here for 43 years no he didn't retire then come back or go somewhere else and come back 43 years of un-interrupted work. To top everything off he's def and mute. Then to top that off the whole 43 years all he has done is power wash parts that's literally all he has ever done. If you'll notice i said working because yes he still works here and he plans to continue washing parts for another 3 years he said! (or wrote down rather) Now that right there is dedication and the only time ive seen him complain is when there aren't parts for him to wash! Hes been here so long that every year he gets 30 days of paid vacation!! Cant say i plan on staying here that long but its cool to see someone that literally thrives to work!

[zPurpleRoom]

If were going to talk about the longevity of people staying employed in at one place then i have all of you beat as far as knowing someone!

At my shop we have a gentleman who has been working here for 43 years no he didn't retire then come back or go somewhere else and come back 43 years of un-interrupted work. To top everything off he's def and mute. Then to top that off the whole 43 years all he has done is power wash parts that's literally all he has ever done. If you'll notice i said working because yes he still works here and he plans to continue washing parts for another 3 years he said! (or wrote down rather) Now that right there is dedication and the only time ive seen him complain is when there aren't parts for him to wash! Hes been here so long that every year he gets 30 days of paid vacation!! Cant say i plan on staying here that long but its cool to see someone that literally thrives to work!

He prolly lasted that long partly due to the fact he doesn't have to ever listen to you. haha...just kidding

[FZRguy]

Lots of 10, 15 and 20 year employees around here. We are always hiring for IT, Tellers and CSR's.

https://www.efirstbank.com/about-fir...eer-search.htm

[Survivalism]

Ill have to apply for a teller / CSR and see what happens.. its looking like i may be transferring to a TRU with a raise to a key holder position but we all know how that can go lol.