Middle East Contracting FAQ's
Every day I receive questions from people looking for jobs in the Middle East so I decided to create a FAQs page. This way people can find answers quickly and easily.
This is an interactive page where questions that are not featured here can be posted by visitors.
AND if you have answers to any of the questions listed here, you can post them as well!
So any contracting experts out there have an opportunity to share their wisdom with others looking for help to questions that they may not have been able to find anywhere else.
What Other Visitors Have Said
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Work in Afganistan & Iran
I am a civil engineer, 58 years old; my health is not the best. I have Diabetic type II and High Blood pressure. I take pills every day for the condition....
electrical work
Iam intreasted in working over seas,Iam a electrican and dont know the best way or where to start?
regards
close protecrion
has anybody got any contacts for close protection work either armed or unarmed anywhere in world?
Need for Paramedics
A few years back a Paramedic I was working with in Atlanta, made mention he had found a Job as a Paramedic in Iran working for one of the major hospitals ...
pending dwi
I recently stopped and arrested on a dwi charge the charge is pending and will be for a while ( I pleaded innocent because I was) will this prevent me ...
EMT-Basic jobs in middle east?
So I remember hearing once that contractors like to pay big bucks to hire people and send them over to the middle east. I am about to finish class to become ...
secert clearance
what is the lowest level of secret clearance that is acceptable for a over seas job also I am in a chapter 13 bankruptcy paying well and on time would ...
Clerical opportunities
Interested in knowing what clerical opportunities are available. E-mail: Dickbarry@aol.com
Thank you,
Joan Gowen
Jobs In Afganistan
Apart from the Supreme Group, what other companies are there to contact in regards looking for work as soon as possible in Afghanistan?
After four months ...
Overseas Employment - No Security Clearance Required
Am a retired E-6 MM1/SS (Weapons). I have recently lost my security clearance and my job due to overwhelming debt. Are there any employment opportunities ...
US Citizen
I am a 27 year old female that is looking for contract postions overseas. I am not a Veteran nor do I have a degree at this time. Are there administration ...
Police!
I am currently employed as a Police Officer in Scotland with over 19 years experience.
I am a member of the Anti Terrorist search team both defensive ...
MSW
I have a master degree in Social Work. Do they have any jobs available in Afghanistan for a social worker?
hi there i own a small general construction company, and would like to tender for contracts in iraq/afghanistan/uae etc etc,
hi there,
could anyone help me if possible, is there a directory of current contractors operating in the middle east areas whom are offering by tender ...
qualifications
hi my name is alex burns, i'm from melbourne, australia. i've been in the constrution industry for around 26 years. most of that time i've worked on crane ...
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
I am a Respiratory Therapist who has specialized in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation for 15 years. Are
there any positions available in Saudi Arabia ...
hgv technician post's
hello good afternoon, i'm a qualified level 3 hgv technician, with 5 years experience and am looking to work in the middle east area. could you please ...
lookin for work overseas
what do i have to do to get a overseas job???? and where would i send my resume to?????? if anyone can help me out my email addy is : hd2004fxd1969@yahoo....
OPERATING ENGINEER (HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR)
I'D LIKE MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO GET OVER SEA'S TO WORK.. CAN ANY ONE HELP ME?????
I WOULD SEND A RESUME TO THE CORPORATION,COMPANY,OR CONTRACTOR....
Overseas Fire fighter jobs
I been working for 5 years as a Firefighter wanting to go overseas and work for a long while any help or opportunities available? email is A_hotterload@...
Contracts for medical jobs in Afghanistan
I am a Physician Assistant retired from the Canadian Forces and I heard that you are looking for different positions for jobs.
I have my Air-Med-...
How can I make as much money as possible in Afganistan
I own and operate a construction company here in Missouri. People are telling me there are opportunities to make major money in the middle east. You name ...
Heavy diesel equipment mechanic
Hello, I have been interested in a heavy diesel mechanic position overseas for some time now. Just curious what of the four contractors hire heavy diesel ...
need a job
What kind of a job do they have for a 53 year old lady,that has worked in merchandising? I like most lost my job 3 years ago and i have went threw my savings....
construction electrician
Union electrician looking for job in afghanistan for at least 1 year. I need help finding one.
Security
Is there anyway yo look for a specific type of job
instead of scrolling through every page
I am only intested in security/Executive Portection Job
...
health care
how does one find a phlebotomy job on this site
qualified britsh IT consultant
Guys
I am a 42 year old experienced IT consultant looking for work in the Middle East, preferably Afghanistan.
Can you please tell me what I need ...
how i go about getting driving job
What do I do to get job out there. I'm not long out of the army after 11 years and I have all my driving license and the experience. Please get back to ...
Women
I am a veteran of 10 years and got out of the army in 1988 now I am 53 yrs old. Is there an age limit. I have a Bachelor Degree in HR. What is the best ...
overhead powerline worker
hey hows it?
im a 42yr young hv/lv powerline worker who has 17yrs experiance maintaining and erecting power lines. i also have the ability to operate ...
what do i need to do?
i am currently in the 101st airborne div. I am an infantryman and i dont want to reenlist so i would like to do some contract work when i get out. i dont ...
marine joiner/carpenter wants work
please can someone tell me best possible site to find work in the middle east.any replies gratefully excepted cheers dave
joiners vacancies abroad
were can I find joiners vacancies abroad be fore I leave Britain
Safety Question
When working off base are you allowed to carry a weapon.
Recruitment Company
We have recently set up a recruitment business based in Harare, Zimbabwe and have excess skilled professionals on our books that have expressed an interest ...
Young and willing but dont know how?
Hi
I am 25year old women from Ireland i am qualifed building surveyor with 1 year experience in New York and one in Ireland as an estimator - quanities ...
electrical construction
I have many years experience in Northern Ireland Security Installations and would like to find work now in middle east please can you help.
Thank you....
Resume Sent
Hello, I emailed my resume when I applied to a job for a heavy duty mechanic listing. I haven't heard anything about whether it was received or not. I ...
carpentry work in middle east
how do i go about finding work in middle east for carpenters? Tony from the UK
Demand for experienced General Contractors?
I have 25 years experience in General Contracting of commercial building projects. The last 12 years of that experience I started and ran my own company....
iam intrested to work for UN in afghanistan
iam curently working for a pediatric specalist in brentwood ca and iam intrested to join UN in afghanistan. i speak english,pashto,and dari how do i go ...
wage rates
how much do building construction supervisors earn in Afganistan
Foot in the door.
Hi i am a NZer now living in Australia a fitter welder by trade, with 20 plus years exp, i am a male, 45 yrs of age in search of something more rewarding,...
Plumbing and heating engineer
Hi I'm 30yrs old and I'm a fully qualified plumbing and heating engineer fully gas qualified, and also lead sheet weathering systems,I've been doing this ...
type of jobs
what type of jobs are available?
since you say no matter age or qualifications there is
jobs for anyone,(really?which type?wages?etc.)
well actually ...
looking for a job
hi i am from belguim and i work for about 10 years now in a militairy airbase where i do the security. Any possibilitys for me in afganistan or somewhere ...
JOBS IN THE MIDDLE EAST
I WANT TO BE ASSET TO A COMPANY IN THE MIDDLE EAST.WHERE OR HOW DO I OBTAIN EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION?
LOOKING FOR SECURITY WORK
With some military training and an SIA license, I am looking for anyone who can point me in the right direction. I want to work abroad - I just don't ...
SF 85P
I have been offered a job and am looking over the SF85P. I had some financial difficulties with my contracting company as recently as 3 months ago and ...
Do they need refrigeration & A/C engineers?
I am a UK based refrigeration & A/C engineer interested in working in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait etc.
How would I go about contacting the relevant contractor?...
General construction
are there any general construction jobs available and if there r where and what r they ,, realy look to work overseas
How to find X-Ray and CAT Scan jobs?
I am currently working as in X-ray and CAT Scan with 2 years of experience. Where can I find openings in the middle east and what kind of salary could ...
Desperate to find Carpenter/Joiner Job Abroad
Can someone please guide me to the relevant web-page to apply for the above. There as so many vacancies but not for this skill. Have many, many years ...
I need a better job aftre this one
Am a ugandan aged 32 years,currently working in Iraq as a Foreigh National Security Specialists,with EODT company,i have workrd in Iraq for 20months now ...
how to get security clearance
i am an Irish citizen. I have recently applied for carpenter jobs in Afghanistan. in my submission i was asked if i have security clearance which i do ...
Canadian Security Companys in Afghanistan.
I'm a Canadian Citizen with 12 years Military experience as a Combat Engineer with numerous operational tours overseas. Does anyone know of any Canadian ...
Constuction Jobs
I am 47 yrs young.I have been in construction my entire working life {33 yrs} I am a commercial sheetrocker/ metal stud framer, for the last 7 yrs I have ...
TESOL
Can a person make good money teaching in the Middle East, I have a Phd and TESOL. What else can I do and how can I make excellent money? And what about ...
Psychologist Jobs in the War Zone
I'm a Ph.D. level clinical psychologist currently working as a contractor for the military. My specialty is treating Service Members returning from the ...
security clearance
What are the requirements to get clearance for driving job?
Who do we contact for good paying jobs where we can bring our family?
How do we get started looking? The process is so overwhelming to us. My husband is a carpenter and can operate forklifts etc... and I am a teacher by ...
contract work afghanistan
Im a citizen of the united states and i want to goto afghanistan and do contract work how do i go about getting in touch with someone to go overseas and ...
healthcare (nurse) jobs available in the middle east
hi im Kat from the Philippines and im a Registered Nurse already. I just want to know if there are any job vacancies in middle east on nurses?. I haven'...
On Hold
I've applied for several jobs on flour. Any idea what it means when a job is "on hold"?
help
i want a long term contract, with 3 or 6 months away then a month at home have city and guilds in agricultral and horticultural engineering, i have welding ...
painter decorator
I have 30 years experience decorating i have looked on the websites for the middle east can anyone put me in the right direction
non u.s citizens
are these jobs avaliable to british citizens
How!
what does it take from ground zero,(say from my little home town ), to actual living and working in say (Saudi Arabia), what do i need to do? Where do ...
steel erector/rigger
im a steel erector/rigger looking for work abroad anywhere!
can you or anyone help?????? thanks
Composite repair jobs in the middle east
Can you please give me an idea on who to contact regarding composite repair jobs, (airframe, helicopter blades). I thought it would be easy to go thru ...
25 year Army Veteran
Hi
I am retired Army Veteran with over 25 years of logistics experience. I have applied with several companies but I have not gotten any replies back....
Agency phone no's
Are there any uk agencies i could ring to get some info. Any no's would be appreciated.
salary
I live in the uk and have applied for a job in afghan as a health and safety trainer for an American company. I was asked what salary to expect i have ...
masonry
Hi, mike here, I have been a mason for 25 years. I'm looking for work overseas in construction using brick, block, or stone do you think there is a need ...
Paramedic Jobs
Hi I'm looking for a job as a paramedic. I have 10 years experience as a paramedic on the street and in a clinical setting weith the Federal Bureau of ...
jobs for women in middle east
Are there jobs for a 50 year old fit woman in the middle east??
Army Reserve soldier looking for work overseas
Are there any assistance in getting an IT job overseas?
truck driver/fueler
what jobs are good for a driver (cdl), and what or where are they posted under i've been looking and have not ran upon a job yet.Some of my co-workers ...
getting the job
Which logistics companies are hiring in Iraq or afganistan? How can I apply. I am looking for a non hazardous clasifacation job on base
Plumber
I have been a plumber for ten years since leaving the army(REME).Does any one know how i can apply for plumbing work in the military bases in Afghanistan ...
Security Clearance
While applying for a job overseas I was asked if I have security clearance. Since I served 8yrs in the Army with an Honorable Discharge, does that mean ...
plasterer
Time served english plasterer looking for work in middle east.
Struggling to find any contacts etc any help greatly recieved
secret clearance
please explain secret clearance, and how to obtain secret clearance
heavy equipment jobs
How do I find/apply for equipment operator jobs over seas?
general
hello i am a ex uk army soldier who did a 6 month tour of iraq, i have been out of the millitary for 5 years, i am looking for a short contract of up to ...
tax exclusion benefits
Can you tell me what the rules are for tax exclusons in Iraq and Afghanistan for contractors? I have heard different stories, and I have also heard the ...
What am I doing wrong?
I am a Gulf War veteran and master electrician. I have posted my resume and applied for jobs with all three govt. contractors. So far I have only received ...
bricklaying jobs /foreman position
Is there any vacancies for bricklaying opportunities or foreman position in the middle east area i have been a bricklaying / foreman before i,am city&guilds ...
Carpenter / Joiner
I am interested in work in Iraq.I have 25 years experience in the construction industry, time for a change.
Electrical work in iraq or afghanistan.
Im an electrician in the uk with 12 years experience and all the qualifications i can get, and im looking for some electrical work in iraq or afghanistan,...
living in kuwait
I'm currently getting ready to head to Kuwait and will be working at the airbase. I'm working for L-3 communications. Do you have any idea what the living
...
Started
How do I get Started?
constrution
how to get a start
Electrical Jobs
Are there any electrical jobs and how do you find them?
Interpretor Jobs with the British Army in Afghanistan
I am looking for a job as a Dary and Pashto interpretor in Afghanistan with the British Army. I am a British Afghan.
any job really
ive being in the lirsh army for 5 years 2 years security done i just got layed off am looking for work in the middle east ive afew weapons course done ...
faqs
I would like to find construction to supply jobs, that do not need a BA,MASTERS, or ENGINEERING degree ! Where or who do i contact? I'm a gulf-war veteran ...
citizen or resident
I am a resident of U.S and was wondering if i can get work in Afghanistan, or do I have to be a citizen? please advise
thanks julie
Which past experience would be most highly sought after in the ME
I am a mature age worker with experience in the following fields,
Two way radio communications as a Technical Consultant, Police Station Administration ...
Steel Erection / Welding - Overseas
I have heard there are a lot of contractors overseas in search of experienced certified welders / iron workers but cant seem to find any. Please contact ...
Work in iraq
Im an x soldier served in the infantry for 7 and a half years, been out the army 6 years and iv been a class 1 cat c driver ever since. Is there any jobs ...
Aircraft Mechanic
I am a 43yr old, currently working as an Aircraft Mechanic on 747's & 777's.I am a Toolmaker by trade,I am looking seriously for well paid work in a war ...
CONSTRUCTION
HOW MUCH DOES EQUIPMENT OPERATORS MAKE
Construction contracts.
Hi,
Is there much work for sub contractors for structural steel erection, or how do you find out about this type of work.
Jerome.
Ireland
Entry-Level Oppurtunities for Recent College Graduates
Hello,
I will be graduating this May of 2010 with a bachelors degree in psychology and am very interested in working overseas. Are there entry-level ...
truck driver
im a truck driver looking for employment over seas.i own my truck and the econom has and low paying frieght combine with high fuel cost; and repairs has ...
work in iraq afghanistan
I have just left the army , infantry ,and I wanted to know if there was any work I can do.
Chef Jobs
Hi There
For the past few months I've trying to find a job in Afghanistan as a Chef cooking for the troops etc. I've had no luck as of yet perhaps you ...
[getting started]
Does anyone have advice on how to get started in a career in the middle east, i have seen lots of jobs that i am interested in, in iraq and afghanistan ...
Driver HGV
30 years ex driving long distance and wanting a truck drivers position in Kuwait.
Living in the Middle East
Taking a job in the Middle East, would you live on base? I have a lot of experience as a Supervisor with the Postal Service and clerical work. where would ...
Experienced carpenter
My name is Dave Roney. I have over 20 years experience in the construction industry.Mainly in residential but I do also have commericial experience(i,e ...
Looking for Work in the Middle East
If you're a company looking for a staff person to learn quickly, stay long term overseas, is a problem solver who can see the big picture, whose strong,...
Looking for an overseas job
My husband and i are ex-military (army) and after so many years out and trying to make ends meet in this economy we are no making it so we have decided ...
Project Management Position Required
Hi
I'm currently working as a Project Manager for Virgin Atlantic but would like to go out to Afghanistan to use these skills. Does anyone have any ...
looking for job in middle east
I can speak French English and Arabic. I am looking for job in the middle east below are some of the jobs i have done pls let me know if you can help
material ...
Job vaccancies in Middle East
Ive been working in Germany for the last 3 years as a mechanic for the US military, I am looking for vacancies in the Middle East.
welder
Hi
Are there any opportunities for an experienced structural welder in the safe or the war zones?
thank you in advance
Jobs overseas for civillans
Iam 23 years old. Iam an American Citizen. Iam interested in jobs overseas. I have worked as a Wildland Firefighter the last couple years and have completed ...
Middle-East-Security-Jobs
Find Security Jobs located throughout the Middle East
Job Classifications and pay rates
I am interested in finding more information on job classifications and pay rates. I am an Industrial Safety Officer, Firefighter, EMT, HAZMAT Tech./WMD-...
Truck driver jobs
How can I apply and get a truck driving job in the middle east?
Food Service Jobs
What's the availability of general food service jobs in the middle east?
Who should I contact ?
I have 15+ years experience in construction. My preferred area is all aspects of interior and exterior building painting. Certainly there is lots of construction ...
Afghanistan
How can I hook up with a company in this country doing construction work. I have a resume that I would like to make available. I am ex-marine so this environment ...
joinery/carpentry work
i am a joinery contractor based in northern ireland. my brother is my only employee and we have talked and decided to go and work in the middle east. i ...
security on high
hi,a the question is ,where in the name of GOD,i can find a security position,private ,of course,i have preference for whalthy person{s},position what ...
Job vacancies
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Where does one look to find genuine job vacancies in the Middle East instead of having a plethora of mythical recruiting agencies googled up. For example,...
Is middle east jobs open to Nigerian professionals.
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Dear Sir,
I felt good when I saw job site on the internet and thank God the my dream to work in the middle east is fulfilled but unfortunately when I ...
Firefighting Overeas
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I have been a whole time firefighter for over 4 years now serving in the UK and would like the opportunity to do this role abroad does anyone have any ...
The age limit for Senior Officers Technical
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Kindly let me know the max. age limit for the Technical Officers ( Office based Jobs )to work in different parts of Middle East including Qatar Nad Oman....
salary
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how much is the waiter/service crew salary in kuwait?
Job in Iraq
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I want to work in Iraq for any American company?
How to get a job? I am a Civil engineer with a MBA , whether I am eligible to get a job?
dental hygiene jobs
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Just wondering if there are any opportunities for dental hygienists in Iraq or overseas anywhere. Also my sister does bookkeeping and could be interested ...
Not Qualified To Work In The Middle East
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I am a MEP Project Manager with over 20 years experience managing large projects in the USA and Caribbean. I have applied unsuccessfully for numerous contract ...
journeyman electrician afghanistan salary
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I am about to interview for a job as a journeyman electrician in afghanistan. I would like to know a average hourly wage.
Former Legionnaire
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Alberto Romero
PO BOX 5144
Chula Vista, CA.91912
122*715452*23
alberto_romero@att.net
OBJECTIVE:
Highly motivated Truck driver coming from a base ...
jobs for dental hygienists ,nurses and or accountants
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Where do I look for jobs in these fields?
Emt employment in Canada
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I am an Irish citizen qualified as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). I am interested in working in canada and I know that I first have to apply for ...
Interview Time
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Back in May I asked about companies etc with whom I could speak to about gaining employment.
Well, I have now finally after phone calls to UAE gained ...
Salary Earn for Welders
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How much is the average salary of welders in middle east?
Looking For A Job In Iraq
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Hello. I am a truck driver. I have more than 10 years experience in truck driving. I live in Michigan since 1995. I used to work with the U.S Army as a ...
Pending dwi
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unfortunatly I was pulled over and taken in for a dwi no breathtest no bloodwork was given my lawyer says it will be dismissed, will this prevent me from ...
any kind of contracts in afghanistan
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I am from Kandahar I have the abtlity to provide you all kind of drinks, security solutions, a delivery by trucks, fuel tanks in Kandahar and Herat province...
average salaries
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What are the average salary renges for security specialists, local national escorts, or medical personel?
Computer Jobs
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How much could earn as a Desktop/Network Support Specialist?
ITT Update; Logcap lV, 21 April 2009 (PDF)
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The following update is for ITT contracts pending as of 21 April, 2009. Included are links to careers and FAQ's
http://www.ittsystems.com/careers/LOGCAP-...
Women
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Is it hard for a women to come and get started in a job?
TS SCI mechanic
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I was wondering if anybody needed a good mechanic. I have worked on just about anything and even have an armored car diploma.
machinist positions middle east
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how do you or where do you suggest i look for machinist or machinist foreman jobs in the middle east?
finding a job
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How to go about it. I've looked on line for a great paying construction job overseas and come up with no offers. Just stories on how good the pay is. I ...
Protective services
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I am seeking contract work in the protective services/investigative industry. I have approximately 10 years of security,guard, and L.E experience. Served ...
Looking for work in the middle east.
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I have recently completed a close body protection course and firearms training and I'm looking for work.
I have had 2years security experience in retail,...
dish net/ direct tv techs
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Hi,
My name is Kevin and I'm a Satellite contractor. I've worked for direct tv in the past and currently work for dish network. The work is ok, but ...
TANKER DRIVER + FANTUZZI OPERATOR
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hi my name is colin age 30.looking for work in the middle east,have hgv 1+2 tankers for 10yrs,reach stack and top lifter fantuzzi 6yrs.army 5yrs.if any ...
Expierenced electrician looking for overseas opportunities
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Can anyone help me,i'm looking for lucrative job opportunities in either a safe or war zones.I have 10 years expierence in heavy industrial projects and ...
A Nebraska Kid looking for work overseas
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I am 25 and work at Valmont Industries in Valley Ne. I would like to work overseas but am having a hard time finding a way to get started. I have certifications ...
looking for work
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hello im a ex usmc vet. who has been a truck driver for the past 9 years. also have 10 years as a correctional officer. looking to find work in one of ...
Admin or clerical jobs in Afghanistan
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I'm an Indian national working in Iraq & looking for prospective employers hiring for Afghanistan. I have all the requisite qualification & experience....
foreman/ crane operator
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I am looking for jobs available overseas. I have been in steel erection for about 11 years now. 6 years forman, 5 years crane operating experience, CDL,...
Iraq Employment
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I am 49 year old man looking for a management position with an overseas company. My experience is 25 + yrs. in construction related fields. VP of operations ...
Driving
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I am looking for driving and or heavy equipment jobs
whos hireing
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Ive worked for a plywood company in finishing and shipping for 26 years. I lost my job when the company sold and am looking for another job?
Carpenter seeking overseas employment
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Hello. My name is John Welch and I am seeking employment as a carpenter. I have a 25 year career as a framing and form carpenter. I am willing to travel....
