A beacon of opportunity is shining for job seekers in the Blaine area. On Wednesday, February 4th, a hiring event will bring together a range of employers seeking to fill a variety of positions, offering both competitive salaries and a chance for attendees to take their next career step. Scheduled from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at 1201 89th Ave NE, this event, according to a publication by Anoka County, will feature roles ranging from child care assistants to machine operators, with pay rates that go up to $120,000/year.
The hiring event is positioned as "Employer of the Day," slated an hour earlier, starting at 9:30 a.m., giving attendees the chance to meet directly with representatives from companies like Green Bay Packaging Inc., Anoka-Hennepin School District, and Boilermakers Local 647. Among the listed opportunities, Arrow Cryogenics offers positions such as painters and production technicians, with hourly wages from $21.00 to $36.00. Working as a machine operator or maintenance technician at Diamond Graphics LLC could yield an hourly wage between $17.50 and $36.00.
Prospective hires looking for roles in education or social services might find suitable positions with the Anoka-Hennepin School District, with jobs available from child care assistants and coaches to paraeducators, or with Fraser, which seeks behavior technicians and mental health technicians, among others. These offer remuneration ranging from $16.50 to $24.50, and $17.00 to $20.00 per hour, respectively.
Moreover, advanced roles such as a design specialist (sales) at DBS Residential Solutions, an opportunity that includes direct contact with clients and which can see annual earnings between $52,000 and $120,000, are among the higher-end offerings at the event. USPS is also in search of new recruits for positions like rural carrier assistants and city carrier assistants, where, starting at 10:30 am, they could learn that they might earn from $19.33 to $21.89 per hour once positions have been filled.
The event emphasizes that participating employers are equal opportunity employers and that the positions have been funded through federal, state, and local funds. Interested job seekers can inquire about additional programs and services by calling 763-324-2300, indicating that accommodations for different formats of the event's publication can be requested. Finally, for those unable to attend in person, more information about the event and the jobs on offer can be found on the Anoka County official website.
