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Center Learning Academy is looking for a Preschool Teacher. We are looking for someone who is dedicated to working with children, is willing to take online classes (at no cost to you) and who has at least a high school diploma or GED and can pass a background check. Come join our team! Come by Center First Baptist Church, 117 Cora St., to pick up an application or call (936)598-3708 if you have any questions. Ask for the director, Sheila Hughes. Starting salary is $12.00 an hour. (S3/9)

City of Joaquin hiring full-time Public Works Operator. Applications picked up/submitted to Casey Anderson, 124 N. Preston St., Joaquin, TX 75954, Hours: 8am-4pm. Deadline: March 17, 2023 at 4.pm. Benefits: Health, Life, Dental, Vision, Municipal Retirement Acct. Pd Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Bereavement Leave. Maintain professional appearance, respond to inquiries in courteous manner (public, business). Demonstrate standard of excellence in punctuality, productivity, positive workplace attitude. Read/record consumer water meters as needed. Install new lines, taps, meters for services (water, gas, sewer). Maintain park, common grounds (pruning trees, limbs, bushes, cutting grass, weeding). Maintain the streets, sidewalks (cold patching, crack sealing, asphalt patching). Secure work zones for access/safety. Operate hand tools, small equipment required (mowing, weeding, picking up trash, planting, watering, pressure washing, truck maintenance, etc). Perform routine cleaning of equipment, grounds, work areas. Maintain work truck/tools. Knowledge of OSHA/safety related regulations. Extreme (hot and cold) temperatures, contact with fuels, chemicals, potential contact with human/infectious waste. Follow all city policies, procedures, ordinances. Subject to random post incident drug/alcohol testing. Perform other City duties as required. Requirements: Valid TX Driver License, acceptable driving record, reliable transportation. CDL license preferred, but not required. HS Diploma/equivalent required. 1 yr work experience/equivalent combination of education/experience to successfully perform the essential duties. Ability to lift 50-75lbs, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, stand, push, pull, grasp, lift, balance, repetitive motions. EOE. (S2/23)

Tri-County Community Action is hiring Head Start/Early Head Start Director for Center, Texas. Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Human Resources, day care administration, or related field preferred, a minimum of three years pre-school management experience and five years working in a Head Start Program in a supervisory capacity. Experience: Program planning, operations, evaluation, use of management information systems, leadership ability is recommended. Demonstrate an understanding of Head Start/Early Head Start philosophy and ability to implement principle of shared authority, decision-making. Applications are online tccainc.org or apply in person 214 Nacogdoches St., Center, TX (HR Department, Cierra Beatriz Richards (936) 598-6315 ext. 208 for more. (E3/31)

Tri-County Community Action, Inc. is hiring an Information Technology Technician for Central Office, Center, Texas 75935. Close Date: 2/23/2023 (Bilinguals are encouraged to apply). For more information please call Cierra Beatriz-Richard at 936-598-6315 ext. 208 (E2/24)

Part time cook needed at Lakeside Village Assisted Living. 1468 Loop 500 Center. Call 936-590-9300 or come to Facility for more information. (S1/31)

City of Center is hiring Utility Maintenance. Summary of Duties: Utility Maintenance operator is responsible for the repair, operation, and maintenance of the sewer and water distribution system; maintains, repairs machinery/equipment. Requires a Valid TX Drivers License. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience is preferred. Skills: Mechanical aptitude preferred. Download application at www.centertexas.org or apply at 617 Tenaha Street, Center, Texas 75935 936-598-2941. EOE. (S1/26)

Hope Community Medicine is looking for hard-working, dedicated individuals to join our team. We are seeking outgoing, friendly individuals that are quick learners and able to multitask. Must be dependable and have excellent communication skills. Bilingual preferred, but not required with relevant work experience. Benefits available: 100% employer paid medical and group life insurance, optional dental, vision, and additional voluntary life insurance, paid time off, and 403b retirement program with up to 3% match. The following positions are available: LVN Floater; CNA or MA in Tenaha; Front Desk Team in San Augustine; and Front Desk or MA Floater. If you are interested in joining our team, please send your resume to Desiree at desireen@hcmtx.org or call (936) 591-8380 for more information.​ (S1/17)

New year, new job opportunity to join a stable, well-established and growing company. Spartan Structures has full-time positions available for all levels of builders/construction laborers within our manufacturing facility. Duties include assisting in the production of a vast array of buildings from simple backyard storage buildings to turnkey modular buildings. Depending on experience and background, pay ranges from $15-$25 per hour. Benefits include paid vacation and holidays, along with health, dental, vision and life insurance packages. Job requirements: Little to no experience required, we will train the right person • Construction, carpentry, plumbing and electrical experience is a plus • Ability to learn new skills • Ability to lift heavy objects • Keen eye for detail • Must possess good time management skills • Ability to work independently with results driven approach • Strong safety focus • Positive attitude and team oriented. In person applications may be submitted at 1084 Hwy 7 East, Center, Texas 75935. (S1/4)

Sewing machine operator needed. Excellent hand-eye coordination necessary. Familiar with all aspects of sewing and cutting of finished work. Perfection a must. Detail oriented. Ability to work independently. Flexible hours. Wages commensurate with experience. Contact Anita or Joe 936-598-9972 or 239-707-3733. (E1/16)