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• Unemployment rate high in Pueblo

  March 8, 2013 8:53 PM

  As of December, national unemployment was at 7.7%. Colorado's is roughly the same at 7.6%. But Pueblo's is much higher at 11.3%. "Clearly the numbers are higher than we would like," said Jack Rink, PEDCO President and CEO. But change is ahead. "We obviously would like to... more »

• Unemployment numbers down

  October 21, 2011 8:46 PM

  Here's some good news on the job front. In both Pueblo and El Paso County the most recent unemployment numbers are down. The State Labor Department just released September's numbers. In El Paso County, unemployment dropped to 8.6% from 9.3% in August. In Pueblo County, it's down to 9.4% from... more »

• New company comes to Pueblo

  January 24, 2011 7:45 PM

  The Pueblo Economic Development Corporation, or PEDCO, announced today a new company will build a plant in Pueblo and will employ about thirty people. FRE Composites designs and builds fiberglass products and has been in business since 1958 in Canada. The plant in Pueblo will be the company's center... more »

• Job of the Day: Lottery IT Professional

  September 30, 2010 3:50 PM

  The Colorado Lottery has an opening for an Information Technology Professional at its downtown Pueblo office. You must be proficient with Linux-based systems; UNIX-based systems; or experience acting as database administrator of IBM's DB2 or comparable relational database. This is a state job with excellent pay, benefits and retirement... more »

• Job of the Day: State Teacher

  August 24, 2010 12:12 PM

  The Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo is seeking an Instrumental Music teacher. The deadline to apply is next Monday. Starting pay is $4,400-$6,300 per month. more »

• Job of the Day: Aquatic Biologist

  August 4, 2010 12:18 PM

  The Colorado Division of Wildlife has an opening in Pueblo for an Aquatic Biologist. You should have experience sampling aquatic wildlife, water quality, and habitat. Apply by Aug. 9 Starting pay is $4,000 - $5800 per month. more »

• Job of the Day: Civil Engineer/Hydrologist

  July 28, 2010 12:44 PM

  The US Bureau of Reclamation is seeking a Civil Engineer /Hydrologist to work in the Fryingpan-Arkansas Pueblo Field Office. The Pueblo Dam is part of the Frying Pan-Arkansas project. Duties include: -Responsible for river and reservoir operations associated with Reclamation dams and reservoirs, including hydrology studies, technical reports... more »

• Job of the Day: Colorado State Fair Accountant

  July 26, 2010 11:42 AM

  The Colorado Department of Agriculture is seeking an accountant for the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. CLICK HERE TO APPLY This job with full state benefits has a starting salary of $3800 - $5600 per month. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, July 28. more »

• Vestas looking to hire more workers for Pueblo plant

  July 13, 2010 12:05 PM

  Here's what I'm working on today. Pueblo's wind turbine factory, Vestas is looking to hire more workers. Right now, Vestas employees 283 workers in Pueblo. According to an article on the company's website there are plans to hire additional workers, who are skilled in plasma cutting, welding and painting. Vestas... more »

• Job of the Day: Utility plant operator

  June 4, 2010 12:26 PM

  The Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo has an opening for a Utility Plant Operator. Here is a rundown of duties: This position will provide primary management of the facilities' physical plant equipment located within the power plant structure which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days per... more »

• Job of the Day: Pueblo Equipment Operator

  May 24, 2010 5:01 PM

  The Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration has an opening for an Equipment Operator in Pueblo. The duties are as follows: Perform scheduled vehicle delivery route to State offices in the southern region of the state including Colorado Springs, Pueblo and Canon City and other cities not currently on... more »

• Job of the Day: Pueblo Chemical Depot

  May 3, 2010 1:11 PM

  The Pueblo Chemical Depot has two openings for Engineering Technicians. Position one will serve as an Engineering Technician performing non-professional technical engineering duties in connection with operation, repair, maintenance and improvement on real property facilities at Pueblo Chemical Depot including site utilities, roads, structures and grounds improvements. Starting pay... more »

• Job of the Day: Social Security claim representative

  March 30, 2010 4:21 PM

  Claims Representatives conduct interviews and help claimants develop their claims for retirement, survivors and disability benefits and/or supplemental security income. They work with claimants to establish their continuing eligibility for payment, assist claimants in filing for administrative appeals, adjudicate claims and authorize them for payment, provide referral services, and identify... more »

• Job of the Day: Social Worker, Pueblo

  March 19, 2010 12:12 PM

  A Youth Service Center at the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo is seeking a Social Worker to provide treatment services including casework, individual, family and group treatment to youth who have committed sexual offenses. Apply by Mar. 30 Starting pay $4100 - $4900 per month Click here... more »

• Accountant, Pueblo Community College

  March 8, 2010 12:37 PM

  Pueblo Community College is looking to hire an accountant with experience creating and utilizing computer spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel and a working knowledge of Microsoft Word. The position pays $2600 a month. Apply by Thursday. Click here to apply. more »

• Health Care Technician, Pueblo

  March 2, 2010 12:56 PM

  This position is located at the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo. You must have a Mentally Ill endorsement or be an LPN. Starting pay range is $2500 - $3600 / month Click here to apply more »

• Accountant - Pueblo

  January 12, 2010 12:41 PM

  The Colorado Department of Human Services is looking for an accountant in its Pueblo office. The pay is substantial--starting pay range is $6,000 - $8,700 per month. You'll also receive benefits and retirement. You must apply by Jan. 14. Click here to apply more »

• Cook - Pueblo

  December 17, 2009 11:48 AM

  The Division of Youth Corrections in Pueblo is seeking a cook. The pay is $11.81 an hour. This is a state job with benefits and retirement. Apply by Dec. 18 Click here to apply more »

• Early Childhood Educator - PPCC

  November 16, 2009 12:38 PM

  This position provides a quality nurturing environment for a diverse population of children ages six weeks to 12 years. Apply by Nov. 18 Pay: $11.37/hr. Click here to apply more »

• Convergys in Pueblo hiring 300

  October 28, 2009 5:04 PM

  Pueblo call center needs to hire 300 full and part-time employees. Convergys will host a Recruitment Open House Monday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The company is located at 1228 E. Orman Avenue. New employees will provide customer management and sales support for clients in the entertainment, travel, and retail... more »

• Tavern Cook

  August 31, 2009 6:29 PM

  Tavern Cook The Broadmoor Job Description : Prepare all hot and cold food. Assist the chef as necessary. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Prepare hot and cold food • Prepare food for breakfast • Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary work... more »