The US job market saw historic movement this year, as businesses responded to the economic shut-downs caused by the coronavirus.
Despite these pandemic-related set-backs, there are still many local companies that continue to steadily grow and seek new talent. Below we hear from ten Frederick-based human resource professionals representing companies currently looking to fill ten or more positions. Learn a little about these local businesses and the types of employment opportunities they have available:
STULZ Air Technology Systems Inc.
“STULZ Air Technology Systems, Inc (STULZ USA) is a leading manufacturer of precision cooling and humidification systems, primarily for the data center market. With the demand for data centers rapidly increasing, STULZ is hiring essential workers for our North American headquarters and manufacturing facility in Frederick, Maryland. Careers are available in Production, Warehouse, Quality and Test Positions on both 1st and 2nd shifts.
We are currently offering a $250 bonus after 60 days of employment and an additional $250 after 6 months of employment. STULZ has been part of the Frederick workforce for over 40 years and offers great pay, excellent benefits and advancement opportunities.
You can view all the open jobs and apply on our careers page.”
AstraZeneca
“AstraZeneca creates life-changing medicines for people around the world. From our sole biologics manufacturing facility right here in Frederick, we make a direct contribution to treating people with cancer, respiratory and autoimmune conditions across the globe.
It’s challenging but highly rewarding work, involving 675+ talented people throughout the manufacturing lifecycle and supporting office functions. From Manufacturing to Supply Chain, Finance to Quality, the people who work here are critical to our vision of being a world-class manufacturer of innovative medicines for patients; admired for our performance, people and partnerships.
You can join them. Visit https://careers.astrazeneca.com and search for job opportunities in Frederick, MD.”
Morgan-Keller Construction
“Morgan-Keller Construction is experiencing growth within all of our groups with projects that include affordable housing, warehouses, financial institution growth and mergers and facilities maintenance services. Within our Concrete construction group we are looking for a Senior Estimator, a Senior Superintendent and Finishers. Our Specialty construction group is looking for a Project Manager, Assistant PM, Superintendent, Carpenter Foreman, Carpenter and Facilities Maintenance Superintendent. Our General Contracts construction group is looking for a Senior Superintendent, Carpenter and entry level Construction Workers.
We are always looking for hardworking individuals to join us that share our corporate commitment to teamwork, ownership and professionalism!”
Explore the opportunities here.
Carter Control Systems
“ Carter Control Systems, a Lummus Group Co., is a leader in automated material handling and industrial automation solutions. Our business is growing and we’re hiring entry level Assemblers, R&D Engineers, Shipping & Receiving specialists, Project Management, Manufacturing Supervisors and many, many other positions that will all be based at 1 of our 2 facilities in Frederick, MD. The culture of CCS is inclusive, hardworking and employee oriented! Many members of the CCS team have experienced their entire career here and don’t plan on leaving. Check out our careers page if you want to work for a great Frederick based co. that is designing, manufacturing and installing automated, leading edge material handling equipment – think of a robotic arm that works together with vision system to autonomously stack boxes from a conveyor onto a ready to ship pallet! Explore opportunities here.”
Frederick Health
“Frederick Health is currently hiring across the organization for positions in direct patient care and non-direct patient care. Parts of the hospital are expanding and our Medical Group is constantly growing and expanding, so we have many opportunities within our physician practices as well as at our main campus.
Entry level opportunities include positions in housekeeping, food service and patient registration. Customer service experience is key for those looking to switch career paths.
Please visit our career page and apply to any openings that you meet the minimum qualifications for.”
Dairy Maid Dairy
“Dairy Maid Dairy is looking for qualified candidates to join our growing team. Whether you’re looking for an entry level position or a career with growth opportunity, we are the perfect fit for you. Nominated as a ‘Best Places to Work’ in Frederick County, we take pride in our diverse workforce and giving back to the community we work and live in.”
Explore the job openings here.
Homewood Retirement Centers
“At Homewood, we embrace a fun, team-oriented atmosphere. Through teamwork, we become more creative, find solutions, enjoy our work, and build relationships. It all adds up to exceptional job satisfaction and stability!
We, currently, have several opportunities available across all sections of our campus that include: Dietary Services, Direct Patient Care (GNA’s, Activities Assistants, LPN’s, RN and Certified Medicine Aide’s), and Housekeeping. Homewood provides a comprehensive benefit package to our employees including: paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, retirement savings and more!
Visit our site to apply for consideration.”
Rice Tire
As a Frederick based company, we have been in business for 60+ years and we take pride in selling ourselves as the “expert in tire solutions”. Our current growth pattern is spurred by an increase in the quarry business as well as by the development of more and more partnerships with large fleets. In order to adequately meet our customer demands, we have many job opportunities available which include Road Service Techs, Heavy Duty Truck Mechanics, In Shop Tire Techs and Sales Representatives across the Rice Tire organization. We offer sign on bonuses and referral bonuses. Additionally, we offer to our less experienced as well as our most seasoned associates in house and on line training to insure their success.
As we welcome new employees to the Rice Tire team, they are provided a “welcome” kit which includes a career path survey for completion that allows us to determine the future wishes of the Rice Tire associate and putting them on the proper path to help meet their career desires. Rice Tire is a strong proponent of and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Viewing our recruitment video on our website is a testament of our ability in achieving our diversity and inclusion goals.
We have faced many challenges throughout the pandemic, but we remain open and continue to service our customers as the ‘expert in tire solutions.’”
Join the team here.
Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
“The Frederick National Laboratory addresses urgent health concerns, Cancer, AIDS, emerging threats of infectious disease, and now COVID-19. Initiatives include antibody testing, production of proteins for antibody tests, screening for a potential COVID-19 therapy and studies to determine genetic determinants of severity of COVID-19.
We focus on discovering talent in Science/Research, Bioinformatics, and in Clinical and Manufacturing environments. We also continue to hire research technicians and other early-career positions for new bachelor’s degree graduates. FNL has a typical business model requiring back office support, IT, and other professional roles, as well as facilities maintenance, trades, and security professionals.
Acquiring talent is the lifeblood of success in our organization. As business leaders we need to see all the possibilities, challenge our current practice, and act as servant leaders through this current disruption of work. We see this pandemic as our opportunity to not only exercise our servant leadership, but to also show our current team and future associates how important they are to or success.
See our complete job listings here or join our Talent Network.”
The City of Frederick
“At The City of Frederick, we value diversity and the respect, engagement and productivity an inclusive environment produces. We seek to consistently improve internal and external customer satisfaction, innovate and expand capability of services, and be a government that practices equality, equity, and fairness. We invite you to bring your skills, abilities, and knowledge to The City of Frederick and be a valued addition to a workforce that we know is our greatest asset. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just beginning a career, there may be a place for you with The City of Frederick. Learn more about our current Job Opportunities and explore the ways you can personally contribute to the success of the community. “
For additional help seeking local employment opportunities, we encourage you to connect with the resources offered through Frederick County Workforce Services.