ConocoPhillips is seeking a Mechanical Engineer at its Ferndale, WA refinery.

This position is a staff position within the Maintenance Department’s Rotating Equipment and Reliability Group. The incumbent in this position supports the safe and reliable operation of rotating and process equipment within an oil refinery with specific responsibility to maintenance aspects of assigned process units. A significant portion of this position’s responsibilities are performed in the field of an operating refinery and involves active participation within a small team of engineers.

Responsibilities

This position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Complies with all refinery site and corporate personal safety requirements and policies.
• Provides technical engineering support in researching equipment information for maintenance and/or repair of all types of rotating and process equipment.
• Coordinates and oversees completion of assigned refinery work orders requiring technical evaluation and engineering assistance (TEVAs) including Management of Change (MOC), updating reference documents and P&IDs, and conducting Project Safety Reviews (PSRs).
• Supports the efforts of the Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineers in providing technical assistance with in-shop and in-field repairs or rebuilds of rotating and process equipment to API and industry standards.
• Assists in day-to-day troubleshooting of unit operational issues relating to rotating and process equipment in the field.
• Specifies new equipment for purchase as needed in accordance with API and ConocoPhillips Refining Engineering Practices (REP) standards.
• Supports the efforts of the vibration technician and our portable vibration monitoring program using the DLI “Expert Analysis” software for rotating equipment.
• Assists with managing the preventative maintenance program’s task descriptions and frequencies for rotating and process equipment in accordance with industry and manufacturer standards.
• Assists the maintenance planner with warehouse stocking of rotating and process equipment spare parts inventory using SAP.
• Participates in corporate Rotating Equipment Network efforts for knowledge sharing, developing best practices, and reviewing REP standards.
• Participates in or leads refinery incident investigation teams for Root Cause Analysis and Latent Cause Analysis.

Qualifications
• B.S. degree in Engineering required; B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a regular full-time basis without restrictions.
• One (1) year of experience in maintenance or small project engineering.
• Three (3) years of direct experience with the operation/maintenance of rotating equipment in the chemical or petrochemical industry preferred.
• Familiarity with Root Cause Failure Analysis or Latent Cause Analysis techniques.
• Working knowledge of API and PIP Rotating Equipment Standards.
• Computer proficient (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity or experience in specifying the purchase or repair of equipment to API standards preferred.
• Familiarity or experience with Pipe Stress Analysis techniques and software preferred.
• Working knowledge of SAP a plus.

For consideration, please apply online at www.conocophillips.com. Applications must be received online by November 25, 2008.

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V

ConocoPhillips is seeking to fill the position of Lab Technician at its Ferndale, WA refinery.

Lab Technicians perform a variety of analysis and tests of refinery products, process streams and environmental samples in a technically complex, highly automated refinery laboratory. Technicians work a rotating day/evening schedule including weekends. Technicians are responsible for maintaining and operating the equipment used in testing and analysis. Salary commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

The Lab Technician may be responsible for:

•Performing various quality assurance and quality control tests on product/process samples according to written procedures.
•Entering data using lab information management system.
•Interpreting data and determining validity of results.
•Running QA/QC charts on testing performed.
•Occasionally required to work outdoors exposed to weather elements; some lifting is required.
•Know and observe safe work practices, including wearing personal protective equipment.
•Performing routine maintenance on laboratory equipment.

Basic/Required Qualifications
•Must be at least 18 years of age.
•Legally authorized to work in the United States on a regular full-time basis without restrictions.
•Valid in-state driver's license.
•Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; knowledge of chemical laboratory practices and equipment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•Willingness to perform/comply with the following:
•To work at least an 8-hour shift which may include some weekends and holidays
•To work overtime
•To lift a minimum of 35 pounds
•To climb up to 250 feet in height
•To wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (such as respiratory protective equipment and ear and eye protection)
•To maintain your face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
•To work outside in harsh weather conditions
•To read technical procedures and materials in English
Preferred Qualifications
•BS/BA degree in Chemistry or related field.
•Three years direct experience in a refinery and/or chemical industry.
•Ability to learn and perform all procedures used in a Quality Control Lab for product testing.
•Skillful in oral/written communications and in working with teams.
•Computer proficiency
To Apply
For consideration, please apply online at www.conocophillips.com. Applications must be received online by September 5, 2008. Please attach a resume.
ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V

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In this blog you can find information about applying and paying for college if you are undocumented.

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Announcing a new meeting for Seattle Latino/a Networking Professionals Meetup Group!

What: Latino Community Fund of Washington Fundraising Dinner

When: Friday, June 6, 7:00 PM

Where: FareStart (Seattle, WA)

Why: Together we can build a stronger community by raising resources and developing partnerships to make a measurable difference in the Latinos' lives in Washington State.

Ticket info @ http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/32312

Meeting Description: It is a pleasure to invite you to attend the Latino Community Fund of Washington fundraising dinner to be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2008 at FareStart in downtown Seattle.

The Latino Community Fund of Washington State (LCF) was formed by a group of Washington State residents of Hispanic/Latin heritage in order to address the growing needs of the Latino community in Washington. LCF believes that in creating a network of other Latinos and concerned individuals, we can direct more resources being invested in the community and ultimately help secure a better tomorrow!


Tickets info @ http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/32312

CONOCOPHILLIPS

ASSISTANT OPERATOR

Starting Salary: $23.46 per hour

ConocoPhillips has openings at the Ferndale Refinery for Assistant Operators to begin employment August 2008. Successful candidates will perform various duties required to keep refining units operating safely and environmentally sound while meeting production rates and quality specifications. Assistant Operators work rotating shifts on various units within the refinery that process crude oil into gasoline, diesel and other products.

Part of the hiring process includes taking and passing a series of basic aptitude tests to verify qualifications. Successful candidates must also be available to complete pre-employment assessment, interview and post-offer screens. Relocation assistance is not offered.

For more information on qualifications for this position and to apply, please visit our employment website at:
www.ConocoPhillips.com/careers/

Search by Job # “004AF” or by Keyword “Assistant Operator (Ferndale, WA)”

All applications must be submitted online by May 5, 2008. A resume must be attached.

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V

Instrument Technician
$29.97/hour

ConocoPhillips is currently seeking experienced, qualified Instrument Technicians at its Ferndale, WA refinery.

We offer competitive pay and benefits to include stock savings plans giving employees ownership in the Company, retirement programs, medical, dental, vision, prescription discounts plus many life insurance options. Outstanding plant performance is also recognized through cash incentive programs.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED AND Assoc degree in Electronics/Instrumentation AND min 2 yrs experience as Instrument Technician
• Willingness/ability to perform/comply with following:
* To work min 8 hr shift, which may incl some weekends/holidays
* To work overtime
* To work in enclosed spaces (i.e. tanks/silos)
* To work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines
* Willing to wear fire retardant clothing/PPE
* To maintain face daily so that respirator/face mask can seal properly (i.e. free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
• 1+ yrs direct experience working in refinery and/or chemical industry preferred
• Good oral/written communication skills preferred

For our complete job posting and to apply, please go to www.conocophillips.com. Electronic applications will only be accepted and must be received online by December 31, 2007.

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Publications Development Manager. Direct a highly creative and dynamic publishing team at Washington State University, University Publishing, Pullman, WA (Administrative Professional, FT, Permanent, 12-Mo.) Screening begins January 7, 2008. For position description listing all qualifications and application process, visit: http://www.hrs.wsu.edu/ (Search # 4921). Contact: Arline Lyons, Pullman, 509-335-3519, lyonsa@wsu.edu. EEO/AA/ADA.

Job opening with great benefits. Publications Development Manager. Direct a highly creative and dynamic publishing team at Washington State University, University Publishing, Pullman, WA (Administrative Professional, FT, Permanent, 12-Mo.) Screening begins January 7, 2008. For position description listing all qualifications and application process, visit: http://www.hrs.wsu.edu/ (Search # 4921). Contact: Arline Lyons, Pullman, 509-335-3519, lyonsa@wsu.edu. EEO/AA/ADA.

ConocoPhillips, Ferndale, WA Refinery Job Opening

Instrument Technician
$29.97/hour

ConocoPhillips is currently seeking experienced, qualified Instrument Technicians at its Ferndale, WA refinery.

We offer competitive pay and benefits to include stock savings plans giving employees ownership in the Company, retirement programs, medical, dental, vision, prescription discounts plus many life insurance options. Outstanding plant performance is also recognized through cash incentive programs.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED AND Assoc degree in Electronics/Instrumentation AND min 2 yrs experience as Instrument Technician
• Willingness/ability to perform/comply with following:
 To work min 8 hr shift, which may incl some weekends/holidays
 To work overtime
 To work in enclosed spaces (i.e. tanks/silos)
 To work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines
 Willing to wear fire retardant clothing/PPE
 To maintain face daily so that respirator/face mask can seal properly (i.e. free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
• 1+ yrs direct experience working in refinery and/or chemical industry preferred
• Good oral/written communication skills preferred

For our complete job posting and to apply, please go to www.conocophillips.com. Electronic applications will only be accepted and must be received online by December 31, 2007.

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Opening at ConocoPhillips, Ferndale, WA Refinery

Instrument Technician
$29.97/hour

ConocoPhillips is currently seeking experienced, qualified Instrument Technicians at its Ferndale, WA refinery.

We offer competitive pay and benefits to include stock savings plans giving employees ownership in the Company, retirement programs, medical, dental, vision, prescription discounts plus many life insurance options. Outstanding plant performance is also recognized through cash incentive programs.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED AND Assoc degree in Electronics/Instrumentation AND min 2 yrs experience as Instrument Technician
• Willingness/ability to perform/comply with following:
 To work min 8 hr shift, which may incl some weekends/holidays
 To work overtime
 To work in enclosed spaces (i.e. tanks/silos)
 To work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines
 Willing to wear fire retardant clothing/PPE
 To maintain face daily so that respirator/face mask can seal properly (i.e. free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
• 1+ yrs direct experience working in refinery and/or chemical industry preferred
• Good oral/written communication skills preferred

For our complete job posting and to apply, please go to www.conocophillips.com. Electronic applications will only be accepted and must be received online by December 31, 2007.

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The following position will be accepting applications until December 14

Job Title: Operations Technician

Job Description:
An operator works closely with team members to monitor, regulate, and operate complex process equipment to produce quality products in a safe, environmentally sound and efficient manner. An Operations Technician is responsible for maintaining and controlling the continuous operation of petroleum refining and process equipment/units.

***Please see Work Source Whatcom for full job description*****

To Apply: Applications will only be accepted at WorkSource Whatcom at 101 Prospect Street, Bellingham, WA 98225. For assistance call Work Source at (360) 676-1521 or email whatcomjobs@esd.wa.gov the positions are also posted on the following WEB site: www.go2worksource.com. Application must be received no later than 5 PM, December 14, 2007.

Multiple positions are available.
Starting pay is $24.88 per hour.

BP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EMPLOYEMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Opportunity Council in Bellingham, WA has three open positions:

Energy Services Specialist, full time, Monday-Friday. Postion is open until filled.

Intake and Referral Specialist, 2 positions, full time, Monday-Friday. One position requires Spanish/English bi-lingual skills. Position closes 10/10/07.

Also, in Oak Harbor, WA, we have a full time position for a Housing Technician, Monday-Thursday 4/10's. Position is open until filled.

For a copy of the full job announcement(s) and application process, please visit our web-site at www.oppco.org. EOE

Hola! My llamo Sara, y soy la maestra de ingles de Goodwill. Vamos a tener clases gratis para los adultos en la biblotecha de Ferndale. Las clases empiezan el 22 de Octubre. Todos los estudiantes necesitan completar una cita de registro con la maestra antes del primer dia de la clase. Para mas informacion, or para una cita, por favor llame a:
Sara O’Connor
(360) 738-9295

Hi! My name is Sara and I teach English as a Second Language at Goodwill in Bellingham. I will be starting a class in Ferndale at the public library, so anyone interested in learning to speak, read, and write English better can come to this free class. It will start October 22, and will meet Monday and Wednesday mornings from 11-12:30. Please call me at 360.738.9295 for more information, or to schedule an appointment to register. Thanks!

The ConocoPhillips Ferndale Refinery currently accepting applications for PROCUREMENT LEAD.

Required Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the US on a regular, fulltime basis without restrictions.
• Bachelor's degree required. Preferably in Business or Engineering.
• 3 plus years of direct experience working in Procurement/ Supply Chain.
• 3 plus years of direct work experience providing financial and economics analysis.
• 3 plus years of direct experience working with vendor contract negotiations.

Please see our job posting at www.conocophillips.com for a complete job description and job requirements.

To Apply
For consideration or to view a complete description, please go to: www.conocophillips.com. Applications must be received online by August 1, 2007.

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Step-UP to a Career in Healthcare, Welding, or Appliance Repair!

Get additional help with your English language skills, Reading, or Math while you prepare for a high demand, high wage career!

Come to an Information Session to learn about Bellingham Technical College’s Fall quarter Step-UP programs in:

Practical Nursing
Dental Assisting
Surgery Technology
Child Development Associate
Welding
Appliance Repair

Information Session:
Tuesday, August 21, 2007, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Thursday, September 6, 2007, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Or call Sarah Fowler – 360-752-8442. Para hablar en español llamale a Brad Tuininga – 360-752-8385.

Whatcom Community College offers English as a Second Language classes.
We have day classes and evening classes for people of all levels.
We offer classes on campus and also at several sites off campus - one may be near you!
Some classes are free of charge and some cost $25.
For more information, you can call 650.5349 or come to one of our orientations.
Our next orientation is 10 Sept from 9-noon or from 6-9pm.

Spanish Version:
Ofrece: Clases de Ingles como Segundo Idioma.

Tenemos clases durante las mañanas y en las tardes para estudianntes de todos los
niveles.
Nuestras clases son en el colegio y tambien en sitios alrededor del Condado de
Whatcom . Quizás encuentre un lugar muy cerca de usted!
Algunas clases son gratis, otras cuestan $25.00
Para mas información, llamenos al tel. (360) 650-5349 ó venga a una de nuestras
orientaciones.
La proxima orientación será el día 10 de Septiembre del 2007.
Desde las 9:00-12:00 am. Y por la tarde desde las 6:00-9:00 pm.


Susan Kroll
Whatcom Community College
Basic Skills Director
360.650.5342

Young Reader Program 2007
The Young Readers Program runs
from July 8th to August 26th.

Kick Off
July 8th at 5-7pm
Enfield Farms
1064 Birch Bay Lynden Rd
Lynden

Please bring a dish to share.
Call for details. 360 840-7896.

Do you want to meet people from another country, learn a new language?

How about volunteering as Young Readers Mentor this summer?

As a Young Readers mentor you will be sharing your favorite story books
and reading activities with families eager to learn and willing to share their life
experiences. It is easy, you choose the hours and days you can volunteer and we will
provide you with training, some supplies and access to migrant camps in Whatcom County.
The rest is up to you and your students, you can read, play games or do an art project.

Opportunity is limited, sign up fast. Families are encouraged to participate.
No experience or Spanish speaking is required, just an open mind.

It is a rewarding and life changing experience.

Whatcom Hispanic Organization
Founded in 1989

Young Reader Program 2007

Do you want to meet people from another country, learn a new language?

How about volunteering as Young Readers Mentor this summer?

As a Young Readers mentor you will be sharing your favorite story books
and reading activities with families eager to learn and willing to share their life
experiences. It is easy, you choose the hours and days you can volunteer and we will
provide you with training, some supplies and access to migrant camps in Whatcom County.
The rest is up to you and your students, you can read, play games or do an art project.

Opportunity is limited, sign up fast. Families are encouraged to participant.
No experience or Spanish speaking is required, just an open mind.

It is a rewarding and life changing experience.

The Young Readers Program runs from July 8th to August 26th.
The kick off is July 8th at 4pm.
Call for details. 360 840-7896.