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Internet Sales & Content Specialist

Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet – Dubuque, IA
One of the fastest-growing retail outlets in the Tri-State area!

About the Role

Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet is expanding fast and we’re looking for a driven, tech-savvy Internet Sales & Content Specialist to help us grow our online presence and boost sales. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, loves creating content, and knows how to engage customers across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Online Sales & Listings

  • Photograph and post new arrivals daily across Facebook Marketplace, Instagram, TikTok, and our Shopify store

  • Write clear, accurate product descriptions

  • Update pricing, availability, and inventory as items sell

  • Promote special deals, events, and sales initiatives

Customer Engagement

  • Respond to customer inquiries quickly and professionally during store hours and after hours (within reason)

  • Manage messages on Facebook Messenger, Marketplace, Instagram DMs, TikTok comments, and other platforms

  • Drive customers to visit the store or purchase online

  • Maintain a high standard of customer service and communication

Content Creation & Branding

  • Film daily videos of new items, truckloads, behind-the-scenes activity, and in-store happenings

  • Create high-energy short-form content (Reels, TikTok, Shorts) showcasing deals and product features

  • Help strengthen Stu’s branding across all digital channels

  • Assist with organizing and hosting daily live sales and promotional events

Store Support

  • Capture videos of customers picking up items, large deliveries, big-ticket arrivals, etc.

  • Support the owner with general digital tasks, simple office duties, and marketing needs

  • Work closely with sales staff to highlight priority items

Requirements

  • Experience posting and selling on Facebook Marketplace and other online sales platforms

  • Strong phone, messaging, and customer service skills

  • Comfortable filming videos and being on camera when needed

  • Familiarity with Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets)

  • Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy retail environment

  • Reliable, dependable, and able to work weekends when needed

  • Must be able to respond to online messages promptly during store hours and after hours when assigned

Preferred Skills

  • Social media content creation

  • Basic photo/video editing

  • Shopify, TikTok Shop, or eCommerce experience

  • Retail or sales background

Schedule

Full-time
Must be available during store hours and occasionally after hours to respond to inquiries.
We are growing rapidly—this is a long-term career opportunity for the right person.

Why Join Stu’s?

  • Fast-growing company with career growth opportunities

  • Positive, energetic work culture

  • Be part of a mission-driven business that gives back to the community

  • Employee discounts on home improvement products

  • Competitive pay + performance bonuses

Service Techician- Appliances

Job description:

We’re Hiring: Appliance Service Technician- Sign on Bonus!

Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet – Dubuque, IA
Full-time (Part-time considered)

Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet is growing fast, and we’re looking for a reliable, hands-on team member who can work on appliances, unload trucks, assemble items, and help with deliveries.

What You’ll Do

  • Inspect, test, and perform basic repairs on appliances (washers, dryers, refrigerators, ranges, etc.)
  • Assemble furniture, appliances, and store displays
  • Assist with local deliveries and in-home drop-offs
  • Load/unload appliances safely (team lift when required)
  • Work closely with sales staff to prep items for customers

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience working on appliances, mechanical repair, or maintenance
  • Comfortable lifting heavy items (50–100 lbs with help)
  • Valid driver’s license (delivery experience is a plus)
  • Dependable, on time, and willing to jump in where needed
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Forklift experience is a plus (we can train)

Pay & Perks

  • Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
  • Full-time, steady hours
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunity to grow with a fast-growing local business
  • Purpose-driven work — proceeds support community impact

How to Apply

Message us directly or apply in person at the store.
Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet
(563) 277-0221

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

 

Experience:

  • Appliance Repair: 2 years (Required)

 

Work Location: In person

Class A CDL Driver

Summary of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

*This position is eligible for a significant sign on bonus!*
• Meets and maintains all requirements related to holding a Commercial Driver License (CDL) within established time limits.
• Complies with and follows all State and Federal Highway Rules and Regulations.
• Ensures the proper loading and placement of product (including weight distribution) per load prior to transport.
• Ensures each load is properly and effectively secured to transport.
• Ensures all products are adequately protected from damage (including weather conditions) during transportation.
• Ensures Fleet Equipment is inspected and in good working order prior to use and is kept clean and in good working order during use.
• Supports the use of new technology and innovative equipment that is installed in the trucks.
• Presents professional, polite, efficient image at all times to customers, co-workers, supervisors, customs, law officers and the general public.
• Utilizes safe driving practices at all times.
• Prepare the materials for unloading at the destination point and supervises the unloading process.
• Immediately reports any problems or accidents to the Traffic Manager and appropriate Law Enforcement Officials.
• Other related duties as assiqned.

Environmental Manager

Who we are:

BARD Materials is a family-owned Ready mix and Aggregate Supplier who Transforms Materials Responsibly to Build Better Lives, Communities, and Country. At BARD, our integrity is determined by how well we live our core values. We have an exciting opportunity for the right individual to join our team as an Environmental Manager.

What we are looking for:

BARD Materials is seeking a detail-oriented, forward-thinking candidate to join our team as an Environmental Manager in Dubuque, Iowa. This position is in our Land and Mine Development (L&M) department and would report directly to our L&M Director.

BARD’s L&M team works every day to support our Core Purpose of “Transforming Materials Responsibly to Build Better Lives, Communities, and Country”. Additionally, this position would be solely responsible for all environmental permitting (new and ongoing) at BARD. This position would work with the Land and Mine Development Manager to coordinate mine planning.

These Core Values should align with your Personal Values:

· Be Humble

· Build and Maintain Relationships

· Choose to be Positive and Resilient

· Always, Learn, Do, and Improve

· Own Safety

· Commit to Quality

· Focus on the Customer

· Act as One BARD

You:

· Are passionate about BARD’s Core Purpose as it applies to being a responsible steward of the environment.

· Enjoy the opportunity and challenge involved in working with different personalities.

· Are level-headed and calm under pressure.

· Have strong interpersonal communication skills.

· Are comfortable speaking to small groups.

· Are energized by working primarily outdoors, often independently.

· Are detail oriented.

· Believe in being a self-starter and taking the initiative.

Responsibilities:

· Develop BARD’s overall environmental strategy and the processes/procedures required to ensure compliance with it.

· Conduct regular visits to BARD sites to assess environmental compliance, not only with regulatory requirements, but also with expectations and parameters that you will develop.

· Lead projects related to investigating new and innovative ways that BARD can be an industry leader in providing products and services that maintain a high level of quality while also prioritizing environmental stewardship.

· Champion new and ongoing environmental initiatives by engaging front-line employees for their input.

· Act as BARD’s primary representative during compliance inspections conducted by governmental agencies responsible for enforcing environmental regulations (EPA, DNR, etc).

· Conduct sample collection to support compliance with environmental regulations.

· As directed, support the L&M Director by attending meetings with members of the community to act as a subject matter expert in the field of environmental compliance.

· Provide a leadership response to spills of potentially hazardous materials and other unforeseen environmental emergencies.

· Debrief/advise L&M team and others, as necessary.

· Communication and advocacy skills on behalf of representing BARD Materials at public venues. These audiences are often diverse and contain community members, legal representation, and other project stakeholders who may oppose the project.

· Building and maintaining relationships with property owners. Trust-based, collaborative relationships with the owners of property in our area are critical to BARD’s success in current and future L&M projects.

· Financial analysis. Participate in the development of project financial assessments evaluating investment risk and cash flow.

· Support and Facilitate the evaluation, purchase, and selling of property

· Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, & Skills:

· Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

· Undergraduate Degree required.

· Industry experience in ready-mixed concrete manufacturing, mining, trucking, construction, or any combination thereof.

· Demonstrated experience developing programs and policies to be applied across an organization.

· Large Group Presentation Skills

· Previous experience working with regulatory agencies.

Highly Desired Experience & Skills:

· Undergraduate or above degree in Environmental Science or related field.

· Environmental compliance training credentials issued by an industry-relevant organization (NSSGA, NRMCA, etc).

· Demonstrated experience in supporting organizational change.

· Experience as a member of any governmental agency tasked with enforcing compliance with regulatory matters.

Competitive Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package including Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Flex Spending Plan, Health Reimbursement Accounts, 401 K, Profit Sharing, Wellness, Vacation, Holidays, Sick Pay, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Direct Support Professional 1st Shift Dubuque or Dyersville

First Shift
Your future starts here
About the job: Area Residential Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional that wants to make a difference in peoples’ lives. We support individuals with intellectual disabilities and direct care staff play a role in making sure those individuals live as independently as possible. We have residential homes in Dubuque & Dyersville, IA, as well as a main building in Dubuque used for day habilitation activities. As a part of the Area Residential Care team, the 1st shift direct care staff will work in one or more residential homes, as well as in our main building assisting with daily skills and program activities of five to eight individuals served in home settings. They will also participate in group outings and activities.
Wage: $17.50 – $18.57 per hour
ARC is now offering: A retention bonus up to $1500.00
$3/hour weekend shift differential!
Job Type: Full-time 7am -3pm with rotating weekends

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance paid by employer
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Employee assistance program
A highly qualified candidate will have:
  • A high school diploma/ G.E.D
  • Six months consistent work experience
  • Ability to lift 20 lbs regularly and occasionally 50 lbs
  • A valid driver’s license.
Why Area Residential Care? We are a private non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to live, work, and participate in a supportive and accessible community. Join a team of employees that are passionate about the work we do and the individuals we support!
Area Residential Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Supervisor 3rd Shift

Do you enjoy leading others and building collaborative relationships? Area Residential Care is seeking a Residential Supervisor for our Residential Services group homes. In this role you will support adults with intellectual disabilities and build relationships with agency staff, outside professionals, and parents/guardians.

 

As a 3rd Shift Supervisor at Area Residential Care, you will be responsible for being a leader, instructor, and supporter of Direct Support staff in all aspects of their work. From training, to providing feedback, to effectively communicating, the Supervisors display to their staff what it takes to successfully care for our individuals served. The Supervisor will work in all residential homes as needed. The Supervisors ensure that all our residential homes and programs comply with licensing and regulations. Will be required to become a certified med passer within 6 months of hire date.

3rd Shift Supervisor will work 12 AM to 8 AM (may be required to adjust hours as needed. Be on an on-call rotation including holidays is required on a rotating schedule with other Supervisors.

Wage range: $19.30- $23.11

Benefits:

  • Retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Dental, vision & health insurance.
  • Employer provided life insurance.
  • Employer provided disability leave.
  • Paid time off
  • Free employee assistance program (stress, financial, legal, caregiving, substance abuse, professional development)
  • Employee referral program

Required qualifications:

Minimum

  • Education: High school diploma or HSED (GED)
  • Valid driver’ license and driving record that meets agency authorized driver criteria.
  • Skills, Experience: 1 year of supervisory experience required.
  • Must have strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Must demonstrate an understanding of basic budgetary information.
  • Must be able to lift 20 lbs. regularly, up to 50 lbs. on occasion.

Preferred

Education: AA or BA in Human Services, Management, or Education-related field.

 

Why Area Residential Care? We are a private non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to live, work, and participate in a supportive and accessible community.

Join a team of employees that are passionate about the work we do and the individuals we support! We offer a range of benefits including health and dental insurance, life insurance, retirement savings plans, vision coverage, and paid time off.

Area Residential Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

COVID-19 considerations: We require masks for anyone not vaccinated.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 19.30-23.11 per hour

We also require a drug test, physical and background check with our process.

Residential Supervisor

Job description

Do you enjoy leading others and building collaborative relationships? Area Residential Care is seeking a Residential Supervisor for two of our Residential Services group homes. In this role you will support adults with intellectual disabilities and build relationships with agency staff, outside professionals, and parents/guardians.

Our Supervisors are responsible for managing all components of service delivery. The Residential Supervisor will float between two of our residential locations to facilitate best practices in all levels of service delivery; ensure staff follow approved active treatment, program, and activity plans; and promote adherence to agency policies and procedures. The Supervisor will regularly monitor programs and collaborate to identify growth opportunities. The Supervisor will also assist with setting up on the job training and has to provide feedback to others working.

Job Type: Full-time Generally 11 am-7 pm Monday through Friday with shared on-call responsibilities.

Wage range: $19.30-$23.11

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance paid by employer
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Employee assistance program

Required qualifications:

Minimum

  • Education: High school diploma or HSED (GED)
  • Skills, Experience: 1 year of supervisory experience required.
  • Must have strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Must demonstrate an understanding of basic budgetary information.
  • Valid driver’ license and driving record that meets agency authorized driver criteria.
  • Must be able to lift 20 lbs. regularly, up to 50 lbs. on occasion.

Preferred

Education: AA or BA in Human Services, Management, or Education-related field.

Why Area Residential Care? We are a private non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to live, work, and participate in a supportive and accessible community. Join a team of employees that are passionate about the work we do and the individuals we support! We offer a range of benefits including health and dental insurance, life insurance, retirement savings plans, vision coverage, and paid time off.

Area Residential Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.