Submitted by runawaywavves t3_11nwmn2 in providence

I’m moving to RI in June and wondering what kind of jobs are available around that time, or in general. Ideally full time, and no formal education past high school. I’ve worked fast food, retail, and have been working at an elementary school for the last 6 years. Any recommendations?

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easedownripley t1_jbpg4ax wrote

Hmm, I think the post office is hiring for letter carriers?

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JuciestDingleBerry t1_jbpiojz wrote

This is the one. Also, restaurant business. I know Durks bbq was hiring kitchen staff (no experience required) starting at 20 an hour and you could work your way up from dish washer to whatever you wanted. I'm sure there are many examples

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BingBong022 t1_jbpvw62 wrote

I doubt they are paying dishwashers $20 an hour

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MonicaPVD t1_jbsmm1o wrote

Many places are. If you've ever worked in a restaurant kitchen, you'd know that a mid to high volume restaurant will grind to a halt pretty quickly without a decent dishwasher or two. In the current labor market, that means paying people $20 to keep them from going to be elsewhere.

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JuciestDingleBerry t1_jbq2qbq wrote

Cool. That's what they posted on their Instagram story when they were hiring a while ago. Just relaying that message.

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runawaywavves OP t1_jbpxp6x wrote

That would be a great way to get to know the area and make money while doing it. Thanks!

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huh_phd t1_jbpfgwx wrote

Biggest employer in the state is lifespan.

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MonicaPVD t1_jbsmrpe wrote

If you are OK commuting a little, Electric Boar has a shop in Quonset and another just over the line in Connecticut. They're always hiring entry level people to train, begin around $22 an hour, and have great benefits.

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BrotherLary247 t1_jbpyvlw wrote

Hey! Sent you a dm as well, but highly recommend checking out some of the opportunities with the Governors Workforce Board. They have tons of training / apprenticeship programs specifically targeted towards in-demand skills that can get you up-skilled and in a good paying job pretty quickly

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Jerkeyjoe t1_jbpgwmh wrote

Some college or?

I'm thinking,

Food Service, like bartending or server. Depending on where you go can be pretty lucrative.

Whole foods, I worked there years ago but it was pretty good. they pay more than the competition but I donno if it's still true.

Maybe you could work for one of the hospitals or schools? You got brown, risd, several private schools etc.

Me personally, I have some college and I work for the T and commute. Lots of opportunities in Boston if your interested in commuting

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runawaywavves OP t1_jbqwmtz wrote

I appreciate all the recommendations. Obviously I can search online, but I know not all jobs advertise on the major job posting websites. I’m moving from the Midwest and don’t know anyone out here so thank you!

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BingBong022 t1_jbpvouu wrote

Get an education and in demand skills

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Low-Medical t1_jbuddls wrote

A job is required first, for most people, to provide some stability, after which they can start pursuing education or training part-time. Doesn't sound like the OP is in the full-time undergrad group

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