SESP (Colorado State Energy SectoryPartnership) is an innovative partnership between Colorado businesses, training providers and government to give businesses the workforce they need to thrive and grow and help Colorado workers have a bright future with a career in the energy efficient or renewable energy fields. Training opportunities will focus on industry-recognized certifications and degrees.
Targeted Industries:
Energy Scholarships must be utilized to prepare individuals for careers in one of the following green industries: 1) Energy Efficient Building, Construction and Retrofit, 2) Renewable Energy Power, 3) Energy Efficient and Advanced Drive Train Vehicle, 4) Biofuels, 5) Deconstruction and Materials Use, 6) Energy Efficiency Assessment, 7) Manufacturers that produce sustainable products, and 7) Green Construction
Fast FAQ’s
Ø An average scholarship of $3000 per participant
Ø Scholarships will only be awarded to approved training providers http://www.colorado.gov/cdle/sesp
Ø Must possess a CareerReady Colorado certificate with a minimum of a Bronze level
Ø Must complete KeyTrain career skills lessons in: Work Habits, Communication Skills, Workplace Effectiveness, and Business Etiquette
Documentation
Ø Must demonstrate legal ability to work in the U.S.
Ø Must provide identification that shows age
Ø Selective Service (if applicable)
Ø Veterans Status (if applicable)
Contact:
Lisa Lujan at 720-865-5627 or Ana Kristic-Popara at 720-865-5597
This program is funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009"
Barefoot to Bootstraps
A colleague from the State of Colorado has created a great new blog I'd love to share. Not only does it compile her famous "Hiring List" and notices of job fairs from regional workforce center staff and other sources, but it also contains helpful resources for jobseekers: http://barefoot2bootstraps.blogspot.com/
"It's alright to tell a man to lift himself by his bootstraps. But it's a cruel jest to say that to a man with no boots." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Thank you, Alyse!
"It's alright to tell a man to lift himself by his bootstraps. But it's a cruel jest to say that to a man with no boots." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Thank you, Alyse!
Denver Green Jobs Initiative Community Launch Event
Source: iCast
iCAST is a member of Mi Casa Resource Center's Training Consortium - Denver Green Jobs Initiative. We will be having a community launch event on Tuesday, October 12th, from 10:30am to 1:00pm. The event will be located at 1619 E. 35th Avenue, in Denver. There will be a presentation followed by a tour of the training facility, program demonstrations, and a free BBQ lunch with live music.
For more information regarding the DGJI please visit their site
iCAST is a member of Mi Casa Resource Center's Training Consortium - Denver Green Jobs Initiative. We will be having a community launch event on Tuesday, October 12th, from 10:30am to 1:00pm. The event will be located at 1619 E. 35th Avenue, in Denver. There will be a presentation followed by a tour of the training facility, program demonstrations, and a free BBQ lunch with live music.
For more information regarding the DGJI please visit their site
Blattner Energy, Inc. Job Fair 6/25/10
Blattner Energy has just listed a number of jobs on http://www.connectingcolorado.com/. They are developing a wind farm south of Kimball, NE. This maybe a good opportunity for individuals who have the skills and are looking for employment in this energy field.
Blattner Energy, Incorporated is an electrical generation contractor that provides full Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services to owners and developers of renewable energy across the United States.
Blattner Energy is privately-held company and a leading EPC contractor in the renewable energy industry. Blattner – has been around for over 100 years. They are a 4th generation, family run company specializing in renewable energy. Their corporate office is in Avon, MN and they have jobsites spread throughout the US. Their main focus is construction of wind farms. They also do the dirt work for access roads, pour the concrete foundations and erect the wind turbines.
The company has over 50 Temporary Full time positions. Applicants can apply THROUGH http://www.connectingcolorado.com/ (see job numbers below) OR APPLY ONLINE AT http://www.eswc.org/ and click on WHAT’S NEW, or the applicant can attend a JOB FAIR at:
Address: Evans Moose Lodge, 3456 11th Ave., Evans, CO
Date: June 25, 2010
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
If you are unable to attend the job fair, please fill out an application at Employment Services of Weld County at 315B N.11th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631, on-line at www.blattnerenergy.com;
or call 1-888-356-2307 to request an application. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer
ConnectingColorado positions & associated job numbers:
Laborer, 5349769
Excavator/Backhoe Operator, 5349772
Roller/Compactor Operator, 5349775
Blade Operator, 5349780
Dozer/Tractor Operator, 5349791
Project Administrative Assistant, 5349809
Crane Operator, 5349815
Water Truck Driver, 5349823
Tower Climber, 5349825
Blattner Energy, Incorporated is an electrical generation contractor that provides full Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services to owners and developers of renewable energy across the United States.
Blattner Energy is privately-held company and a leading EPC contractor in the renewable energy industry. Blattner – has been around for over 100 years. They are a 4th generation, family run company specializing in renewable energy. Their corporate office is in Avon, MN and they have jobsites spread throughout the US. Their main focus is construction of wind farms. They also do the dirt work for access roads, pour the concrete foundations and erect the wind turbines.
The company has over 50 Temporary Full time positions. Applicants can apply THROUGH http://www.connectingcolorado.com/ (see job numbers below) OR APPLY ONLINE AT http://www.eswc.org/ and click on WHAT’S NEW, or the applicant can attend a JOB FAIR at:
Address: Evans Moose Lodge, 3456 11th Ave., Evans, CO
Date: June 25, 2010
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
If you are unable to attend the job fair, please fill out an application at Employment Services of Weld County at 315B N.11th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631, on-line at www.blattnerenergy.com;
or call 1-888-356-2307 to request an application. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer
ConnectingColorado positions & associated job numbers:
Laborer, 5349769
Excavator/Backhoe Operator, 5349772
Roller/Compactor Operator, 5349775
Blade Operator, 5349780
Dozer/Tractor Operator, 5349791
Project Administrative Assistant, 5349809
Crane Operator, 5349815
Water Truck Driver, 5349823
Tower Climber, 5349825
Colorado Carbon Fund is Hiring
COLORADO CARBON FUND BUSINESS OUTREACH ASSOCIATE
"Bolder Staffing is recruiting for a 5-month, full-time contract position (end date 6/30/2010) for business outreach activities on behalf of the Colorado Carbon Fund, a program of the Governor's Energy Office at the State of Colorado. The Colorado Carbon Fund provides high quality carbon offsets to consumers as a way to support new clean energy projects in the state.
The Outreach Associate will utilize phone and in-person contacts to provide information, tools, and resources to businesses interested in measuring, reducing and offsetting their carbon footprint. The Outreach Associate will be provided with all materials necessary and will work closely with the Colorado Carbon Fund Program Manager to generate leads, plan detailed work tasks, and set and meet goals for increasing business donations to the Fund. The Outreach Associate will also be responsible for contacting business associations, Chambers of Commerce and similar organizations to give presentations on the Colorado Carbon Fund to educate business leaders and to encourage donations to the Fund. Experience in the energy or environmental fields is a plus.
The outreach area will be the Denver/Boulder metro areas, with the possibility of presentation events slightly outside this area. No overnight travel is anticipated for this role, however some evening or weekend work may be required. Mileage will be reimbursed. The ideal candidate will:
- have their own cell phone and computer, access to internet
- be able to work from the GEO's office at 1580 Logan Street, Suite 100, Denver, CO 80203
- have reliable transportation, a good driving record and proof of auto insurance
- be a self-starter, able to work with limited supervision to meet established goals
- have excellent time and calendar management skills
- have proven successful sales and/or fundraising experience
- be computer-savvy, adept at Internet research
- have PowerPoint, Word, Excel, email/calendar, sales software skills
- be environmentally conscious and able to speak persuasively about reducing carbon emissions in our state
This is a 40 hours per week position paying $33 per hour. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to: apply@bolderstaffing.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE."
"Bolder Staffing is recruiting for a 5-month, full-time contract position (end date 6/30/2010) for business outreach activities on behalf of the Colorado Carbon Fund, a program of the Governor's Energy Office at the State of Colorado. The Colorado Carbon Fund provides high quality carbon offsets to consumers as a way to support new clean energy projects in the state.
The Outreach Associate will utilize phone and in-person contacts to provide information, tools, and resources to businesses interested in measuring, reducing and offsetting their carbon footprint. The Outreach Associate will be provided with all materials necessary and will work closely with the Colorado Carbon Fund Program Manager to generate leads, plan detailed work tasks, and set and meet goals for increasing business donations to the Fund. The Outreach Associate will also be responsible for contacting business associations, Chambers of Commerce and similar organizations to give presentations on the Colorado Carbon Fund to educate business leaders and to encourage donations to the Fund. Experience in the energy or environmental fields is a plus.
The outreach area will be the Denver/Boulder metro areas, with the possibility of presentation events slightly outside this area. No overnight travel is anticipated for this role, however some evening or weekend work may be required. Mileage will be reimbursed. The ideal candidate will:
- have their own cell phone and computer, access to internet
- be able to work from the GEO's office at 1580 Logan Street, Suite 100, Denver, CO 80203
- have reliable transportation, a good driving record and proof of auto insurance
- be a self-starter, able to work with limited supervision to meet established goals
- have excellent time and calendar management skills
- have proven successful sales and/or fundraising experience
- be computer-savvy, adept at Internet research
- have PowerPoint, Word, Excel, email/calendar, sales software skills
- be environmentally conscious and able to speak persuasively about reducing carbon emissions in our state
This is a 40 hours per week position paying $33 per hour. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to: apply@bolderstaffing.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE."
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