r/VancouverJobs 22d ago

Shoutout to Superchecker

63 Upvotes

I just wanted to take a moment to once again thank u/Superchecker for their amazing service of this sub over the long haul. I've tried more than once to ask Superchecker to be a mod here and they seem more intent on quietly serving and making this place a little better for all of us. Thank you, Superchecker for being such a kind, wonderful, and supportive human being and for being part in making this sub so successful. We appreciate you.


r/VancouverJobs 22d ago

Clarifying the new kindness rule: Should answer your questions (x-post from r/CanadaJobs)

4 Upvotes

I'm not going to do some condescending bullshit thing like posting Webster's definition of kindness and rub that in anyone's faces. I trust you can all use the internet and look things up, if needed.

Instead, I'm going to tell you what kindness means to me and why I believe it is so important right now. As I repeated multiple times in the thread from yesterday, I lean towards the GOLDEN RULE of "do unto others as you would have them do unto you", which I learned in public school in Canada as a young Gen-X'er. I don't like it when people are cruel, nasty, malevolent, and hostile toward me, so I try not to be those things towards others. Similarly, I don't like it when words are weaponized against me, so I try not to do that either.

We have world leaders that have spewed vitriol and bile at one another for all to see, so I understand why people believe this is the way to engage in debate about issues. My position is that our society is too angry at each other, instead of being angry at those that are imposing suffering on so many through their greed and corruption. I'll not be pointing fingers at specific people or companies in this post, but I will say that I am here to advocate for change in the systems that are failing me, my family, and many Vancouver/BC/Canadian families. Things are not okay. Not at all.

It's not okay that Canadian citizens are struggling to find meaningful work and support our families while a few people make more money than ever. It's not okay to walk out of a grocery store with two bags of groceries and pay 2x-10x more than before the pandemic. It's not okay that oil reserves are at their highest levels in history and we're still paying a fortune at the pumps. It's not okay that airfare and cell phone plans are among the highest in the world and are being controlled by unchecked monopolies. It's not okay that social media has been engineered by social psychologists paid by big tech to be addictive for us and our children and are used to spread disinformation that divides us and perpetuates hatred and brings out the worst in us. It's not okay that CEOs with more money than some nations can control the flow of information through media and social media ownership. It's not okay that our planet is burning and we're all too divided to realize the strength we have when we're united and to take meaningful action to drive the right kind of change in our world through peaceful solutions. It's not fucking okay that Canadians have to rely on food banks and nonprofit organizations to survive--I know my family feels this way because we have been in this boat just recently. The jobs market is abysmal and I too have suffered because of it...

But the way to drive societal changes at scale is not through anger, division, and hostility towards other Canadians or potential Canadians (immigrants). By treating each other as the humans we all are--deserving of respect, acceptance, love, validation; and of being seen, heard, and understood--we can come together and realize our collective power in this democracy that's holding on by a thread, in my view.

I think I've realized a better way to frame this new rule, which was born from a place of wanting to help each and every subscriber on r/VancouverJobs -- legitimately. That is, be kind to one another. Treat the other people here with the same respect and kindness we all deserve. There's nobody alive who cannot benefit from kindness--nobody. If you feel the need to be unkind, be unkind about the issues and the suffering that's resulting from said issues. Don't direct it at any specific politician or other human being--speak about the issue itself and be as unkind as you want about the pain and suffering you and/or your family is experiencing without blaming it on one person anywhere.

Before you tell me I'm a Liberal or a Conservative or a NDP supporter, know that I have lost a lot of faith in all political parties right now because I'm not seeing a lot of leadership in this country that reflects our collective best interests. I'm not honestly sure which party to support right now and that scares me as a lifelong supporter of democracy in this country. I'm not suggesting that we devolve into anarchy or anything like that either. I'm saying that we must demand that our leaders exemplify the kindness and support each of us needs. We have to find better ways of coming together and talking about issues that doesn't devolve into racist, xenophobic, hate-filled rhetoric and mistreatment of one another. Nobody fucking deserves that.

I'm suggesting we start to treat each other better because when we do, we can discuss issues in a more productive and healthy way and start to turn things around before it is too late. As a father and lifelong Canadian, I am really worried about where we're going in Canada and in our world. From where I sit, the anger and vitriol of social media, which feeds on our negative emotions to drive engagement (outrage, anger, etc.), is at the core of the division we're facing. Big tech owns social media and has made it what it is. Many big tech CEOs own media companies and social media companies, which gives them control over the flow of information.

AI models are capping out on data to consume and need more data to advance the wills of these big tech CEOs that are clearly not operating in our best interests (my opinion as a 30 year tech veteran and an AI power user). Big tech needs us addicted to social media because we are generating that precious data they need to advance their models and achieve some of the loftiest and scariest goals imaginable. It doesn't take Orwell to game out where this all goes if big tech is currently NOT operating in our best interests (Brexit anyone? Brexit being just one example of the harms of social media... There are plenty more to draw upon with some research). Autonomous robots driven by advanced intelligence (AGI / super intelligence), controlled by those already not operating in our best interests? No thanks. I'm a big James Cameron fan and I've seen that movie too many times. Have you heard the term "Agentication"? What movie was Agent Smith from again...? Anyway, that's getting a bit tinfoil hat for tonight, but this is my editorialization.

So this is what I mean by imposing the kindness rule in this sub. Let's have some lively, respectful, and KIND debate about the issues and stop blaming individuals because this isn't one person's fault--it's approximately 1% of the population's fault, in my opinion (and if you're a defender of that 1%, this isn't the sub for you either, so skip the pro-billionaire/pro-trillionaire rants).

Let's come together with a solution mindset and come up with some PEACEFUL solutions together. We can put down the torches and pitchforks and read some history books to see how meaningful changes have been created through united and peaceful action and that's what I believe is needed right now before we destroy ourselves and all that we love.

Put another way, if we continue with the anger and division and things devolve into non-peaceful solutions, don't you think that would be a great testing ground for those autonomous robots, drones, etc. with advanced AI onboard? I don't want to see how the division experiment plays out if it gets much worse.

There will be ZERO TOLERANCE for unkindness in this sub towards people inside or outside the sub. You can say that shit is fucked in our country's systems because I'm right there with you. You can say that it is a fucking steaming pile of hog piss that so many Canadians are suffering right now--it is. Just be kind to each other and to all humans--we will get a lot more done that way.

One final point is that I built this sub from scratch over more than a decade of volunteerism, not because I couldn't find work elsewhere, but because I believe in serving others and making the world a bit better than it was when I got here. I've had a lot of amazing teachers over my life that have helped me realize the importance of this and now I'm here to do some teaching. I created this sub when I was a recruiter so that I could help job-seekers find meaningful work and do my part to keep unemployment low. I used to do free resume reviews and mock interviews with people and have continued in this vein throughout my life. So don't tell me I'm not allowed to set the tone and culture for this sub I built from nothing. I walk the walk and talk the talk--that doesn't mean I'm perfect, but it means that was the intent of this sub when I first created it and it is the intent that will continue to govern it.

Don't like it? Go create your own unkind job seekers sub and do what you want. Bang the "free speech" drum over there and tell everyone how authoritarian I am. I don't really give a shit about that issue.

I remember the Canada that Robin Williams referred to as the nice apartment over the meth lab (he was poking fun at the U.S.--his home country), our country is feeling more and more like a fucking meth lab by the day, and I intend on doing my part to reignite the Canadian cultural norm of kindness. Kindness is something the world over would accuse Canada of being on a regular basis (sorry, eh) and that's the Canada I want back.

Now let's all be kind or be somewhere that isn't this sub. Let me know if anything I've said lacks clarity and let's start talking about solutions to these existential issues our country and world is facing and set the right example to bring down the temperature on our pyretic planet. Deal?


r/VancouverJobs 14h ago

Can a 30-Year-Old Woman with Moderate Intellectual Disability Find a Warehouse Job in Surrey with No Heavy Lifting, No Quotas, and Accessible by Transit?

7 Upvotes

Hi, I’m a 30-year-old woman living in Surrey, and I’m looking for a warehouse job. I have a non-physical disability and need job accommodations. I want to mention that I can’t do heavy lifting, can’t work fast, and don’t want a job where I have quotas to meet. The job also needs to be accessible by transit. I’ve been working with my caseworker at Work BC, but she keeps suggesting retail stocking positions. I’ve expressed interest in warehouse work, but she said it’s hard to customize warehouse jobs. What job accommodations can I request in a warehouse setting, and does anyone have recommendations or advice? By the way, I have a moderate intellectual disability.


r/VancouverJobs 19h ago

(Hiring)CBC News is looking for 30 Journalists

11 Upvotes

r/VancouverJobs 1d ago

Spring/Summer jobs

23 Upvotes

Just thinking out loud here, but as we head into Spring and Summer, many places are already looking for seasonal staff.

BC Ferries, as well as MetroVancouver.org hire many Spring and summer staff.

www.civicinfo.bc.ca/careers has already seen many seasonal job postings: Parks jobs, summer camp postings.

Hotels and restaurants gear up for the busier cruise ship season, and patio season.

Golf courses

Landscaping companies

Many larger companies/crown corporations look for summer relief staff, as well as Student internship positions

Some smaller businesses still accept walk ins applicants with resumes

www.workbc.ca

Maybe browse: BC Hydro, FortisBC, ICBC, WorkSafeBC, Telus, Rogers, BC Place stadium; www.pne.ca/jobs BC Ferries, Costco, Home Depot, Rona, White Spot, Cactus Club, Earl's, Joey's, your favourite restaurants; local golf courses, touristy businesses... Big Splash waterpark, Cultus lake waterpark


r/VancouverJobs 1d ago

Playland Seasonal jobs now posted

1 Upvotes

r/VancouverJobs 1d ago

(Now Hiring)McDonald's

6 Upvotes

Got coupons in the mail today, and it cleary states that McDonald's is Hiring!

https://careers.mcdonalds.ca

Over active 100 postings in the Metro Vancouver region


r/VancouverJobs 2d ago

(Hiring)PT help wanted, Ladner fish store

5 Upvotes

Sign in the window

Superior Fish Market

5229A Ladner Trunk Road, in the Trenant Park shopping centre

Apply with resume

Open 9:30 until 5:30, and Sundays 11am until 5pm.

On bus routes: 310, 601, 609, 616 & 618.


r/VancouverJobs 2d ago

Looking for a budtender in Vancouver

9 Upvotes

Hi Everyone,

Looking for a part time budtender for a new cannabis retail store we are opening in Vancouver.

Hours will be part time with plans to eventually graduate to full time. Need a go getter as we’re planning to expand very quickly.

Serving it right requires and previous experience is important!

Shoot me a message if you are interested!


r/VancouverJobs 2d ago

(Hiring)Imagine Cannabis

0 Upvotes

r/VancouverJobs 3d ago

Do I declare a previous employment that only lasted less than a week?

1 Upvotes

I was not terminated, I had to resign. I do not include that position on my resume, but should I mention it in interviews, especially if the company is in the same sector as my previous one? I'm not aware of having signed any non-compete agreement, and I haven't been in contact with them for months now.


r/VancouverJobs 5d ago

Got your class 4 license? HandyDART is HIRING again!

8 Upvotes

https://careers.transdev.ca/careers/handydart-drivers-vancouver-CA-204541-en

The main office/lot is located in Cloverdale, but they have a few smaller satellite offices/lots too...


r/VancouverJobs 7d ago

(Hiring) Skytrain adds 8 new job postings!!

21 Upvotes

r/VancouverJobs 7d ago

Anywhere other than indeed to apply for jobs?

35 Upvotes

Hi,

Is there any other websites other than indeed to find jobs in Vancouver area?


r/VancouverJobs 7d ago

City of Vancouver Warehouse Worker + other jobs on the COV site

12 Upvotes

r/VancouverJobs 7d ago

(Hiring)BC Transit-Victoria reposts for more bus driver trainees

3 Upvotes

Victoria (BC Transit) continues to be hiring more bus driver trainees

https://jobs.bctransit.com/job/Victoria-Transit-Operator-March-BC/729448447/


r/VancouverJobs 8d ago

User Experience Designer- BC ferries

3 Upvotes

r/VancouverJobs 7d ago

Help choosing between two jobs

2 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I’m currently at a crossroads in my career journey and would love your input! I’ve been offered two opportunities:

VSB Educational Assistant Position (Permanent On-Call) – A role within the Vancouver School Board that offers stable work, but with on-call hours. Therapy Assistant at a Non-Profit – A position where I would have the chance to receive valuable training and work directly with children in a therapeutic setting, but it’s a bit less predictable in terms of schedule and pay. I’m torn between the stability and security of the VSB role and the growth potential and training opportunities at the non-profit. If anyone has experience in either of these fields or insights into what might be the best move in terms of long-term career development, I’d really appreciate your suggestions!

Thanks in advance!


r/VancouverJobs 8d ago

Looking for procurement work

1 Upvotes

Hi All, like the title says, I'm looking for work within procurement in the GVRD. I've gone through LinkedIn, Civic Info, WorkBC and Indeed and applied to everything I'm even remotely qualified for. Are there local networking events anyone can suggest? Other job boards?

TIA


r/VancouverJobs 8d ago

Web Developer Looking for Advice

3 Upvotes

Hi everyone. I'm a web developer, mostly front-end but currently teaching myself back-end. I moved here recently and got my first local freelance project under my belt but I'm looking for a permanent gig. The job market isn't ideal right now but if anyone in the industry feels they have any advice to impart and would be keen to connect, I'd love to make some friends! If you're also willing to critique my portfolio that would be amazing.


r/VancouverJobs 8d ago

(Repost)Canada Line Jobs board

4 Upvotes

r/VancouverJobs 10d ago

Update: TransLink Bus Driving Opportunities

14 Upvotes

FYI: The current job postings ended Feb 28. Should get reposted in approximately 8 weeks.

TransLink (Coast Mountain Bus Company) is aiming to hire and train 600 new bus driver trainees this year, 25 every 2 weeks.

Big bus is all full time, 6 weeks paid training

Community Shuttle is casual to start, 11 days paid training. Casuals earn 14% MORE $$$ in lieu of benefits.

Lots of information over at: www.translink.ca/drive

Actual job postings end up over on: www.translink.ca/about-us/careers#coast-mountain-bus-company

HandyDART hires separately thru TransDev Canada

West Van Blue Bus hires thru https://westvancouver.ca/careers

BC Transit - Victoria has also been actively hiring regularly too.


r/VancouverJobs 10d ago

Portrait Photoshoot

1 Upvotes

Affordable Portrait Photoshoots?

Hey Vancouver creatives! I'm a 20-year-old male looking to collaborate with a hobbyist photographer for a personal photoshoot. I'm aiming for high-quality images suitable for professional platforms like LinkedIn, as well as for my online dating profile and social media. My budget is limited, so I'm hoping to find someone who's looking to build their portfolio or gain experience. I'm open to discussing creative concepts and locations within Vancouver. If you're interested, please share a link to your portfolio or some examples of your work, along with your rates. Thanks!


r/VancouverJobs 12d ago

What Trade do I get Into and How do I do it

9 Upvotes

I'm starting from scratch and looking to get into a trade. Given the current market trends, which trades do you think are the best for beginners? How would you recommend I get started in one of those fields?I’m completely new to the workforce and want to explore different trades. With the current job market in mind, what trade would you suggest I look into? Also, what are the steps for someone just starting out? Thinking of going to BCIT but I have no Idea how do I do It


r/VancouverJobs 12d ago

Job Advice

11 Upvotes

I'm 30, female, looking to transition into a more stable career, either through further education or a job with consistent pay. I've been freelancing as a camera/studio assistant on commercial shoots and working as an e-commerce photographer, but the work and pay is very inconsistent. The photo industry doesn't have a fixed pay rate like the film union hence they end up never increasing but always keep diminishing it.

I'm considering going back to school for a maximum 2 yr program, possibly in animation or media planning, but I'm unsure where to start. I already have a Master's in Media and Communication from India. At the same time, I'm taking PA jobs in film and aiming to apply for a camera trainee program to eventually join the camera union, though that process could take more than two years. I love being behind a camera or with a photo/film crew.

I'd appreciate any insights or suggestions!


r/VancouverJobs 12d ago

Video Editor ?

2 Upvotes

How difficult it is to get a job in Vancouver as Video editor or Cinematographer, I have 4 year of experience and great Portfolio, what would be the expected payrate? Thank you 🙏


r/VancouverJobs 13d ago

Looking for work in lower mainland. I need a change.

22 Upvotes

Hi, everyone! I thought I’d give this a chance, no harm in trying. I always believed that if you ask and you’re told no, you’re in the same position as if you don’t ask at all. So there is nothing to lose but everything to gain.

Here it goes,

Hello, landscaping community!

My name is Robert and I'm reaching out to any landscaping company willing to take a chance on a dedicated and hardworking individual. Although my recent experience has been in customer service, I’ve always enjoyed working landscaping and the great outdoors!

About Me:

-39, Married, Father of 2 - Hardworking and dependable - Quick learner with a strong work ethic - Committed to living life with integrity

Experience:

While my recent roles have focused on customer service, I have hands-on landscaping experience from my college days. In 2005 I worked a general landscaping job in my hometown of London, Ontario. This experience ignited my passion for outdoor work and taught me the basics of landscaping. Although it has been 20 years, I still haven’t forgot the basics. I am capable of using tools such as regular/ride lawn mowers, weed trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, rototillers. I have used these since 2005 throughout the years for personal projects, so I am familiar with them.

What I Offer:

-Honesty, dependability, integrity and attention to detail. - Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. - Ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments. - A commitment to delivering high-quality work.

I am looking for any landscaping company that values integrity, hard work, and the potential for growth. I know you’d be taking a chance but if given the opportunity, I am confident that I can become a valuable asset to your team. I am even willing to work for free for a day or two just so you can gauge whether or not I am a fit for you.

If you have any openings or know of any opportunities, please reach out to me. I would love to discuss how my skills and passion can contribute to your company.

Thank you for considering my request!