Work Based Learning

Student Employment Opportunities
CDL: Commercial Driver’s License Information

12.6.24

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES This is a platform for the Milaca Area community to provide information about job/career opportunities for students at Milaca Public Schools. Students, please take time to read the fliers for more information! Are you a local employer that would like to be listed? Please send information to Leann Pietrzak @ leann.pietrzak@milaca.k12.mn.us
MILACA JOB FAIR CONTACTS
Milaca Job Fair Contacts: ALL 2024 Job Fair Business Contacts, Type of Work, Websites, Employment Requirements available in a .pdf format!
YOUTH SKILLS TRAINING APPROVED SITES Partnership between Milaca Public Schools, MN Department of Labor, and local businesses
What is YST?	Overview of YST	Program Guide	Approval Process
MKB/Silt Sock	Milaca-North Foley Oak Park		Link to Careers: Hands on Work Environment
Nortech-Medical Devices-MILACA			Nortech Careers
MILACA AREA BUSINESSES
EMPLOYER	CONTACT INFORMATION PHONE/EMAIL	NOTES	Links to Information
Round Two Restaurant (Previously Timber Valley Grille)	320-982-1515 donnajones646@myyahoo.com	Job Fair on Dec 13 & 14th 10:00 am-4:00 pm	Hosts, cooks, servers (They are looking for high school help afterschool, nights, weekends)
Pizza Barn- Princeton	Multiple Positions	Posted 10.21.24 Cook Evenings and weekends, 2-3 shifts per week. Will train all aspects of food service kitchen: Preparing ingredients dough to baking a pizza Making additional menu items such as salads, sandwiches, appetizers and chicken Following recipes, portion control and memorizing menu items Inventory control and stocking Cleaning a Commercial kitchen Communication with waitstaff and delivery drivers Possible Cross training into other areas of our restaurant to get the full scope of food service, including food truck. Waitstaff Evenings and Weekend, 2-3 shifts per week. Will train all areas in the “front of the house: Taking Orders for dine in customers and over the phone Handling payments with use of our POS System Providing positive communication and Customer service Maintaining tables Communicating with kitchen staff and delivery drivers Daily cleaning duties including dishes Cashing our POS at the end of Shift Possible Cross training into other areas of our restaurant to get the full scope of food service, including food truck. Delivery Driver Evening and Weekends, 2-3 shifts per week. Must have valid drivers license, reliable vehicle, good driving record and up to date insurance. We cannot hire anyone that is currently in a winter sport or activity. Will train all duties and skills needed including: Delivering pizzas to customers at residential or commercial locations in a timely and professional manner Accepting payment from customers, including credit card charges, and providing change Driving safely and obeying traffic laws, and maintaining a clean and organized delivery system Assisting with food preparation, cleaning and dishes as defined by driver duties. Communication with kitchen staff and waitstaff Cashing out orders during and at end of shift Possible cross training into other areas of our restaurant to get the full scope of food service, including food truck	Apply here
Heggies	Anita Zurn	9.30.24 Heggie’s Website	Link to Application Link to Careers
Elemet-Princeton =manufacturing and fabrication Glen Metal Craft-	Princeton, MN	Posted 5.15.24 Must be at least 18 years of age High school Diploma or equivalent Work well on a team and strive to hit goals as a business Strong multi-tasking ability	Production Associate Career Description
Douglas Manufacturing Solutions-Foley, MN	Contact: Teresa Gorsegner 120 3rd Avenue W Foley, MN 56329 763-486-5395	Posted 6.4.24-Looking for Seniors that are interested in a career in CNC Machining –they are willing to train.	Link to application
Mille Lacs County		Posted 5.12.24 4 internships available: The County Internship Program is designed to offer interns the opportunity to gain experience in a local government setting through different projects of progressive difficulty, while providing for an opportunity to interact with other students in the program and expand their network within Mille Lacs County government.	Mille Lacs County Internship posting online
Milaca Unclaimed Freight		Posted 5.1.24	Online Application
Pease Cafe	Call Diana @ 763-244-7405 or Scott @ 763-496-7518	Posted 5.7.24	Waitress– Dishwasher/Busser
Milaca Depot Floral	We are looking for a high schooler to work a couple days after school and every Saturday morning. There will be some summer hours too. You need to stop in for an application. Don’t bother texting or calling.	Posted 4.15.24	Stop in for application.
YMCA-Elk River Job Fair	Job Fair: Aquatics, Camps, Child Care, Fitness, Sports, Youth Development	Posted Spring 2024	Link to Flier
Quanex-updated April 2024	Lisa Wannigman HR Generalist 320.656.2345 lisa.wannigman@quanex.om	Website 18+ Current Full Time Employment	Link to Flier
Princeton Splash Pad-updated April 2024	Stacy Marquardt Office: 763.389.3040 ext 1005	15+	Link to flier Application link
Arnold’s	Sean Arnold 320.251.2585 sarnold@arnolsinc.com	Website	Career Opportunities
City of Milaca	Tammy Pfaff	Seasonal Worker-watch for updates	Website to Application
Centra Sota–Summer only		Seasonal Laborer	Careers Link *Santiago, MN
Dairy Queen		Looking for team players and motivated people who want to work in a fast paced environment. Flexibility & reliability required.	-Must be @ least 14 yrs old -Stop by Milaca DQ for an application. Link to Application
Elemet		Princeton, MN Machining, Welding,etc	Link to Website
Erickson Asphalt–Summer Only	Princeton 763-389-5267		Link to Career Website
GATR-Elk River		GATR Website	Link to Careers
GATR-Sauk Rapids			Link to Careers
Global Retail Environments	612-385-5566	16+ Benefit to have woodshop /shop class experience	Commercial Cabinets PO Box 338 Milaca, MN 56353
Grand Casino Mille Lacs			Link to Careers
Harris Hardwoods	Tavia Paumen tavia@harrishardwoods.com 320.294.5800		Link to Website

Holiday-by the Dairy Queen		Team Member	Link to Application
JQ Fruit-Summer only	Email: jqfruit@sherbtel.net	Apply by the middle of May Fruit Picking: 14 years of age + Weed Whipping: 16+	Link to Application Link to Website *Princeton, MN
Knife River-Summer only	Many Central MN Construction Jobs		Website to Employment Openings
Michels-Summer Only		Michels Website 18+
Midwest Machinery Co	Mike Strauss	Website 18+	Link to Careers
Milaca Elim Meadows		Milaca Elim Meadows will help you become CNA certified!	Link to Website
Milaca Unclaimed Freight			Link to Online Application
Mille Lacs Health Systems			Link to Careers
Mille Lacs County DAC		18+	Link to Careers
Mille Lacs County NRCS			Earth Team Volunteer
Mille Lacs County		18+ Mille Lacs County Website	Intern
Quanex	Lisa Wannigman HR Generalist 320.656.2345 lisa.wannigman@quanex.om	Website 18+	Link to Flier
Pearl Crisis Center			Link to Website Volunteer Application
Pizza Central	320-983-2020	Stop in for an application	www.milacapizzacentral.com
Septic Check	office@septiccheck.com	18+	Link to Careers
Sunrise Village of Milaca -Assisted living team members 115 9th St NW, Milaca, MN 56353	320.733.2042 (call/text) Lisa: lisa.m@sunrisevillageofmilaca.com Lori: lori.c@sunrisevillageofmilaca.com		Link to Flier Link to Website Home Health Aide
Subway		Subway: #2746805Q	Link to Application
Teals Market-MILACA	320-982-3166		See Store Manager
The Gardens at Foley	Pam Email: Pvizenor@monarchmn.com Phone: 320.968.6201 ext: 2103	The Gardens at Foley (Foley, MN)	Link to Careers
Virnig Manufacturing	Welding: Rice, MN	18+	Link to Careers *See Rice, MN
Volunteers of America (Not a volunteer position-Paid Positions)		Assisting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build hope, resilience, and well-being in their homes!	Link to Website
OUTSIDE OF MILACA AREA EXPERIENCES (PAID & UNPAID-READ DESCRIPTIONS)
True Friends-MN Individual Experiences & Group Experiences	Leader in Training: Ages 14-15 Cabin Assistant: Ages 16+ Side Walker: Ages 16+ Cabin Assistant: 18+		Link to Employment Opportunities Link to Volunteer Opportunities

Understand the NEW Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Rules (video link)

Commercial Driver’s License Information
CDL Driver’s Manual (Some people suggest focusing on Sections 2, 5, 6, 10)

Step 1: Knowledge Test—>CLP (Commercial Learner’s Permit)
Self-Study Options: APPS

Self-Study Options: Web-based
FREE CDL PRACTICE TESTS

Step 2: Road Test Training Options-Search Entry-Level Driver Training Database
**Make sure your program/school tests Theory (usually an online course) & Behind the Wheel
**Compare before committing to a school/program
**These classes cost $3,000+
St. Cloud-160 Driving Academy
Blaine-Class A Leasing

Step 3: Road Test with the MN DMV

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