The Job Interview (First Part)

Imagine you are looking for a job. You apply for the job online, send your resume and get called in for a formal interview. One person will be the interviewer and the other person will be interviewed. Look through the following vocabulary items and questions:

Vocabulary items promotion, work experience, medical insurance, vacation, bachelor / master / doctor degree, references, salary wage housing, license, dental insurance, creativity, report card / transcript, raise neat, appearance / dress.

Questions:
Interviewer:

• What kind of experience do you have?
• What did you study in university or college?
• Do you have any special skills?
• What are your good points and bad points?
• What is your ideal (best) working environment?

Job Applicant:

• What kind of job do you offer?
• How much does the job pay?
• Where is it located?
• Do you offer any benefits?
• Is there any chance for a promotion or a raise?

Job Information: Construction Laborer

Skill Requirements

Education: Some high school, Not required.

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc): Not applicable, Not required.

Experience: No experience.

Languages: Speak English, Read English, Write English.

Type of Construction: Residential.

Weight Handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Specific Skills: Load, unload and transport construction materials, Assist in demolishing buildings, Clean and pile salvaged materials, Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites.

Security and Safety: Bondable, Driving record check (abstract).

Own Tools /Equipment:  Steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses /goggles.
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:  Fast-paced environment, Tight deadlines, Repetitive tasks, Physically demanding.
Work Site Environment:  Confined spaces, Dusty.
Transportation / Travel Information: Vehicle supplied by employer, valid driver's licence, public transportation is not available.
Work Location Information: Chicago, Cicero, Alsip
Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Significant use of memory, Continuous learning.
Benefits:  Full medical, dental and life insurance policy available after 1 year of solid employment.
Pay: $22,000 a year. May be required to work more than 40 hours per week depending  on project.

Be ware: There are some questions that potential employers can't ask! You can refuse to answer any of these questions in a job interview.

* Sample Illegal Job Interview Questions

• What arrangements are you able to make for child care while you work?
• How old are your children?
• When did you graduate from high school?
• Are you a U.S. citizen?
• What does your wife do for a living?
• Where did you live while you were growing up?
• Will you need personal time for particular religious holidays?
• Are you comfortable working for a female boss?
• There is a large disparity between your age and that of the position's coworkers. Is this a problem for you?
• How long do you plan to work until you retire?
• Have you experienced any serious illnesses in the past year?