What else can i do?
I was laid off from the oil fields recently. I was a mechanic and operator. Since then I have put out so many applications I lost track. Noone has even so much as called me. I do online applications as well as going in person. Nothing has worked. I have a family to provide for. I couldnt even get a warehouse job. I am willing to start at the bottom and prove myself.
You just got to keep trying and don't give up
Have you ever heard of China Lake or Searles Valley Minerals? They would snag you up. Small desert towns. Very inexpensive living, very high pay. I hope you look into it!
Hi Jonathan,
I just finished school yesterday but put in some online applications in the last two weeks knowing I would need to get a job. It has been almost 5 years since I worked. I had luck with KFORCE, it is a temp company but I have heard that a lot of their employees get hired on permanently. I should start my new job on Monday. Trevor is the guy that helped me, he's great. Maybe they can help you too. You can use me as a reference if you would like to. I wish you the best of luck.
Sincerely, Brenda Steffes
Where do you live? Sometimes the work is so scarce that it's just near impossible to find anything decent. I was living for 3 years in eastern Kentucky when coal mining operations were shut down and I couldn't even get a job at mcdonald's. lol
Please help me i looking for a job
Where do you live? What state? I was in the bakka valley right outside williston ND.
I know at least in California you can collect some fat unemployment for that kind of job. Just keep putting yourself out there, something will turn up.
Hi Jonathan Williams ,
I am so sorry to hear that things have been difficult for you lately and that you lost your job. Please check out these suggestions to help you get back on your feet!
1- Take care of YOU Your health is important so don’t go without health coverage! Speak to your employer about extending your health insurance benefits for up to 18 months under COBRA (the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) if it's available. You have 60 days after your coverage lapses to opt-in or start shopping for your own policy [here] (https://www.healthcare.gov/) Your new employment status allows for you to actively enroll even if it's not open enrollment time.
2- Apply for unemployment benefits To receive unemployment benefits, you need to file a claim with the unemployment program in the state where you worked as soon as possible! Don't delay because this process can take quite a long time. The government-sponsored site, [CareerOneStop] (https://www.careeronestop.org/), has details on unemployment benefits in each state. You also can do a quick Google search to locate your local Department of Labor and unemployment office and apply there as well.
3- Revisit your budget There’s no way of knowing how long you will be unemployed and because your income is now significantly less, it's important to plan for the future. Revisit your accounts and see where you stand. Cut down on your expenses and spend only on what is necessary for the time being (think food, gas, etc.). Put together a list of all the bills you currently pay such as car payments, student loans, rent, mortgage, medical bills, etc. that are non-negotiable. Anything that isn’t essential cancel it for now and focus on the more important bills. If you feel you are unable to pay your mortgage reach out to your bank ASAP and alert them to the problem as well as your landlord if you rent.
4- Stay in touch Don’t be afraid to connect with your coworkers/managers, now is the time. Ask them for their contact information and if they would consider being a reference in the near future. Stick to anyone you worked closely with who can attest to your skills on the job. If they ask you, make sure to offer them the same courtesy.
5- Be positive Right now is a difficult time but remaining positive will help see you through this! Surround yourself with loved ones who will support and guide you and talk to them about how you feel. Stay strong and look to the future. As the saying goes, "This too shall pass." Check out these additional [things you can do] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/2eb03c47-fbc7-59c3-b959-f386f714f79f) to feel better.
6- Apply It goes without saying that once you lose a job you need to replace it with another. So revamp that resume! Be sure to add any new skills and experiences you gained over your employment. Then when you are ready, search and apply to jobs in your area [here] (https://www.jobcase.com/jobs/search).
Wishing you the best during this difficult time.
Hey Johnathon, Have you looked in your area for labor pool jobs? One here in my area is called People Ready but I'm not sure where your located but anyway they have daily work and pay! Good luck! Nice pic!