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September 9, 2026

JBAR Manufacturing Hiring For Logistics And Customer Service Position

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JBAR Manufacturing in Trion is looking to add a new employee to its team, with the family-owned farm equipment company currently accepting applications for a logistics and customer service position.

The position pays $45,000 per year, with working hours of 9 AM until 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

According to the company’s hiring announcement, knowledge of farm equipment is required. The job is primarily a customer service position, with responsibilities that include handling logistics, working with JBAR dealers and assisting with production scheduling.

A drug test is required for the position. JBAR’s announcement also states that insurance and retirement benefits are not offered with the job.

JBAR Manufacturing has been family owned since 1972, marking 53 years in the farm equipment business.

Those interested in the position should apply in person at JBAR Manufacturing, 17877 Highway 27 in Trion.

September 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Hiring For Welding Positions

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College is seeking applicants for two welding-related positions in Northwest Georgia.

GNTC is hiring a Welding and Joining Lab Assistant at its Walker County Campus. The position includes helping ensure welding lab equipment is secure and ready for instruction, maintaining supplies, assisting students as requested by instructors and helping maintain a clean and safe welding lab. The position typically requires evening hours and in-person work.

Applicants for the lab assistant position must be a former or current GNTC welding and joining student or have paid welding experience within the past seven years. Knowledge of welding and joining equipment and supplies is also required.

GNTC is also seeking a part-time Welding and Joining Dual Enrollment Adjunct Instructor at Dade County High School.

That position involves providing welding instruction to high school dual enrollment students, advising students in the Welding and Joining Technology program and participating in instructional activities. The position requires an on-campus presence and does not offer a telework option.

Minimum qualifications for the adjunct instructor position include a certificate, diploma or degree in Welding and Joining Technology or a related field, or qualifying industry experience or specialized training. Applicants must also have three years of paid work experience in the field within the past seven years.

August 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Schools Looking For Custodians

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The Chattooga County School System is looking to hire full-time and part-time custodians for positions at Leroy Massey Elementary School and Lyerly Elementary School.

At Leroy Massey Elementary, both full-time and part-time positions are available. The 208-day positions call for employees to work 9.25 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday. The full-time position is eligible for benefits including sick leave, vacation leave, retirement and insurance.

A part-time custodian is also needed at Lyerly Elementary School. That position is for 208 days and requires 4.5 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday. The Lyerly position is not eligible for benefits.

A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Duties include cleaning and maintaining school buildings and grounds.

Applications are available through the Chattooga County Board of Education Superintendent’s Office or through the school system’s website under District Services and Human Resources.

Completed applications should be submitted to Dawn Campbell, Human Resources Director, Chattooga County Board of Education, 33 Middle School Road in Summerville. Applicants will also be required to complete professional reference forms and authorization for a background check and fingerprinting.

For additional information, contact the Chattooga County Board of Education at 706-859-3043.

August 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

United Way Hiring 211 Community Resource Specialist Serving Chattooga, Floyd And Polk Counties

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United Way FPC is looking for a new Community Resource Specialist to help connect residents of Chattooga, Floyd and Polk counties with vital community services.

The organization recently posted the opening for a 211 Community Resource Specialist, a part-time position serving as a frontline representative for the United Way’s 211 program.

August 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Housing Authority Seeking Administrative Assistant

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The Housing Authority of the City of Summerville is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant.

According to the job announcement, the Housing Authority is looking for a highly motivated, knowledgeable and qualified applicant for the position.

The Administrative Assistant will perform high-level administrative duties and should have demonstrated knowledge of multifamily housing management, accounts payable, payroll and general office management.

Applicants must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license, be insurable and have no alcohol, drug-related or criminal record.

Applications may be picked up at the Housing Authority Office at 56 Ross Street in Summerville.

Applications will be accepted through September 4, 2026.

The Housing Authority of the City of Summerville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Multi-Employer Job Fair Coming To Walker County Civic Center

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Job seekers from across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity next month to meet with employers from several counties during a multi-employer job fair in Walker County.

WorkSource Georgia and the Northwest Georgia Joint Development Authority will host the event on Tuesday, September 22, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Walker County Civic Center, located at 10052 North Highway 27 in Rock Spring.

Employers from Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade and Walker counties are expected to participate and will be recruiting for available positions.

Organizers are encouraging job seekers to prepare in advance by creating an individual account through the WorkSource Georgia portal before attending. Applicants should also bring multiple copies of their resumes to share with prospective employers.

The job fair is designed to connect area residents directly with companies that are currently hiring and give employers an opportunity to meet potential workers from throughout the four-county region.

The event is being co-sponsored by the Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce, Chattooga Chamber of Commerce, Alliance for Dade and The Walker Chamber of Commerce.

The multi-employer job fair will be held Tuesday, September 22, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring.

August 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mohawk Industries Hiring Extrusion Operator At Summerville Facility

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Mohawk Industries is currently hiring for an Extrusion Operator at the company’s Summerville manufacturing facility. The position was posted Monday, August 17, and is based at Mohawk’s Summerville operation.

August 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Hiring Financial Aid Technician

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College is currently accepting applications for a Financial Aid Technician.

GNTC announced the job opening this week and is directing interested applicants to the State of Georgia’s online careers website to apply.

The Financial Aid Technician position supports the college’s financial aid operations, which help students navigate the process of obtaining financial assistance for their education.

Georgia Northwestern Technical College serves students throughout northwest Georgia with campuses in Catoosa, Chattooga, Floyd, Gordon, Polk and Walker counties.

Those interested in the position can view the complete job description, qualifications and application information and submit an application online through the State of Georgia Careers website at careers.georgia.gov.

GNTC is a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Multi-Employer Job Fair Set for September 22 in Walker County

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Job seekers across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to connect with multiple employers during an upcoming hiring event in Walker County.

WorkSource Georgia and the Northwest Georgia Joint Development Authority will host a multi-employer job fair from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, at the Walker County Civic Center, located at 10052 North Highway 27 in Rock Spring.

Employers from Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, and Walker counties are expected to participate and will be recruiting for a variety of available positions.

Those planning to attend are encouraged to create an individual WorkSource Georgia account before the event at www.worksourcegaportal.com.

Job seekers should also bring multiple copies of their resumes so they can speak with several employers and apply for available opportunities during the fair.

The event provides residents from across the four-county region with a chance to meet directly with employers and learn more about current job openings throughout Northwest Georgia.

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Post Office Hiring Rural Carrier Associates And Assistant Rural Carriers

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The United States Postal Service is accepting applications for two positions at the Summerville Post Office.

Open positions include Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) and Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC).

The RCA position pays $21.89 per hour. Applicants must provide their own delivery vehicle and are eligible for a mileage reimbursement of approximately 97 cents per mile.

The ARC position is primarily for Sundays and holidays, and a postal service vehicle is provided for those deliveries.

The positions are being advertised through August 2, 2026.

Applications must be submitted online by visiting www.usps.com, scrolling to the bottom of the page, selecting Careers, then Search Jobs Online. Applicants should search by the State of Georgia, select the available Summerville position, and follow the online application instructions.

For additional information about employment with the U.S. Postal Service, visit www.usps.com/careers.