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Home Renovations Part 1
Here are some pictures of the kitchen tile back splash and counter tops with new sink. The kitchen project is still not complete yet, but getting close.
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Software Quality Assurance Technician (Competition 9/QA/2009)
Auto~Star Compusystems Inc. is an international company focusing on retail solutions for pharmacy, grocery and health & nutrition stores across North America. We are seeking personnel to fill a full-time position in our Quality Assurance department. The position involves testing new software releases, written reporting of noted deficiencies, producing end-user documentation, and end-user and second-level support and training.
We are seeking a candidate with:
• A strong working knowledge of computers
• A professional attitude, with a focus on results
• The ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Strong multi-tasking capabilities
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Retail experience would be beneficial
Applicants should be self-starters with an eye for detail, education is an advantage, attitude is imperative. Previous experience in software testing would be advantageous but is not a requirement.
Auto-Star offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and the opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment with great people. We also offer an excellent environment for training and skill development.
Please note: only those applicants granted an interview will be contacted. The competition closes September 25, 2009. Please refer to the competition number and submit resume to:
Auto~Star Compusystems Inc
147 Sixth Street SE
Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 1G7
FAX (403) 528-2540
Email: careers@auto-star.com
Technical Software Support Analyst (Full Time)
Auto-Star Compusystems Inc., based in Medicine Hat, AB, is an international company providing computer software and services to pharmacy and grocery stores across North America and the Caribbean.
This position is for a Junior/Intermediate Technical Support Analyst and involves end-user and second level software support of our Point of Sale software. This position also involves telephone help desk support, technical training, system troubleshooting, and product demonstrations. The successful candidate will likely have a 2 year diploma in Information Technology, or equivalent industry certifications or work experience. This position is based out of our office in Medicine Hat.
We are seeking candidates with:
- The ability to travel within Canada and internationally
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A professional attitude, with a focus on results
- The ability to work under pressure
- Retail experience would be an asset in this position
Auto-Star offers a competitive compensation package and the chance to grow in a dynamic environment with great people. Applicants should be self-starters and have an eye for detail.
Please note: only those applicants granted an interview will be contacted.
Please refer to the competition number and submit resume to:
Competition AS20090818
Auto-Star Compusystems Inc
147 Sixth Street SE
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1G7
Fax: (403) 528-2540
Email: careers@auto-star.com
2005 Silverado 1500 LT Extended Cab Standard Box 4WD Z71
Truck for Sale. $17,400
Fully loaded, 2005 Chevy Silverado 1500 Extended Cab 4WD with 92,714 KM. Leather interior, heated front row seats, dual climate control, heated mirrors, BOSE 6 CD stereo system, heavy duty trailer equipment package, Z71 off road package, box liner, box cover, and preferred equipment group options.
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E-mail me with any questions at rsymmonds@gmail.com
| OPTION CODES |
| AG1 - SIX-WAY HEATED POWER DRIVER SEAT | AG2 – HEATED DUAL6-WAY POWER SEAT ADJUSTERS |
| AJ1 – DEEP TINTED GLASS | AU3 – POWER DOOR LOCKS |
| AM7 -60/40 SPLIT FOLDING REAR SEAT | AL0 |
| AN3 - FULL FEATURE FRT. BUCKET SEATS | A31 - POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCKS |
| AU0 – REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM | B30 – FLOOR CARPETING |
| B32 - FRONT AND REAR FLOOR MATS | B33 - REAR FLOOR MATS |
| B71 – FENDER FLARE MOLDINGS | B85 - BODY SIDE MOLDINGS |
| CJ2 – ELECTRIC CLIMATE CONTROL DUAL ZONE |
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| C49 - ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER | C7H - GVWR RATING – 2903 KG (9,200 LBS) |
| DF5 – ELECTRIC CHROMIC ISRV MIRROR | DK7 |
| DL3 – POWER FOLDING O/S MIRRORS | D07 |
| E63 - FLEETSIDE BODY | EVA |
| FE9 – FEDERAL CERTIFICATION EMISSION | FK2 - |
| GT5 - REAR AXLE - 4.10 RATIO | G80 – AXEL LOCKING REAR DIFFERENTIAL |
| KNP – TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER | KUP – ENGINE PTO CONTROL VARIABLE SPEED |
| K05 - ENGINE BLOCK HEATER | K34 - CRUISE CONTROL |
| K47 - HIGH CAPACITY AIR CLEANER | L33 – VORTEC 5300 SFI V8 ENGINE |
| M30 - 4 SPD ELECTRONIC AUTO/OVERDIRVIE | NP5 – LEATHER WRAPPED STEERING WHEEL |
| NP8 – AUTOTRAC – AUTOMATIC 4WD | NT8 - |
| NZZ - OFF ROAD - SKID PLATE PACKAGE | P25 – 17” 5 SPOKE ALUMINUM WHEELS (4) |
| QJP – TIRES – P265/70R-17” OOR BW | R5C - |
| R6Y - VORTEC 5300 V8 OFF ROAD PACKAGE | R7K |
| SAF - SPARE TIRE LOCK | SLL - SOLD ORDERS |
| TR3 – COLOR KEYED GRILLE | T96 - FRONT FOG LAMPS |
| UC6 - 6-DISC CD CHANGER & BOSE SPEAKERS | UE1 - ONSTAR VEHICLE COMMUNICATION & STRG. WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS |
| UK3 – STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED CONTROLS | UQ7 - BOSE SPEAKER SYSTEM |
| VB3 - CHROME REAR STEP BUMPER | VG3 - CHROME FRONT BUMPER |
| V73 - STATEMENT OF VEHICLE CERT.-U.S. /CANADA | VR4 - WEIGHT DISTRIB. PLATFORM HITCH |
| YD6 - REAR SPRING BASE EQUIPMENT | ZY1 – SOLID PAINT |
| Z31- PRELIMINARY INVOICE | Z49 – CANADIAN BASE EQUIPMENT |
| Z71 – OFF ROAD CHASSIS EQUIPMENT | Z82 – H.D. TRAILERING EQUIPMENT |
| 1SF – PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP |
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| 63U – SPORT RED METALLIC | 692 - DARK CHARCOAL |
1 SF Preferred Equipment Group Includes;
- Wheels: 17" x 7.5" 6-Lug Polished Cast Alum. (4)
· (43.2 cm x 19.1 cm). Includes steel spare.
- Front Full-Feature Bucket Seats
· Includes power reclining, adjustable head restraints, floor console, driver and passenger power lumbar, dual inboard armrests, heated driver and passenger cushion and back, 2-position driver-side memory and storage pockets.
· 6-Way Power Driver Seat Adjuster
· 6-Way Power Front Passenger Seat Adjuster
- Custom Leather Seating Surfaces
· Includes rear vinyl bench.
- Automatic Dual-Zone Air Conditioning
· Includes individual climate settings for driver and right front passenger.
- Electronic Cruise Control w/Set & Resume Speed
· Includes telltale in instrument panel cluster.
- Electric Rear-Window Defogger
- Power Door Locks
- Color-Keyed Carpeted Floor Covering
· Includes rubberized vinyl floormats.
- OnStar 1-Year Safe & Sound Service
· Includes automatic notification of air bag deployment, stolen vehicle tracking, emergency services, roadside assistance, remote door unlock, remote horn and lights, GM Goodwrench remote diagnostics, AccidentAssist and online concierge. Drivers can also obtain the available voice-activated, hands-free Personal Calling service and Virtual Advisor that provides location-based traffic and weather reports and other personalized information. Visit www.onstar.com for system information and details.
- Radio: ETR AM/FM Stereo w/6-Disc CD Changer
· Includes seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, Radio Data System (RDS) and Bose speaker system (includes 6-speakers, Bose amplifier and subwoofer).
- Steering Wheel Mounted Radio Controls
· Provides access to enhanced driver information center (DIC) features and information.
- Rear Chrome Step Bumper w/Pad
- Front Halogen Fog Lamps
- Solar-Ray Deep Tinted Glass
· Includes all windows except light tinted glass on windshield, driver and front passenger and rear window.
- Power Folding Black Outside Rearview Mirrors
· Heated, driver side electrochromic (light-sensitive auto-dimming). Includes turn signal in glass, curb-tilt and memory feature.
- Electronic AutoTrac Transfer Case
· Includes push-button controls.
- Power Windows w/Driver & Passenger Express-Down
- Remote Keyless Entry
· Includes 2 transmitters, panic button and content theft alarm.
- Body-Colored Bodyside Moldings w/Chrome Insert
- Floor Console w/Dual Cupholders
· Includes storage compartment.
- Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror
· Includes light-sensitive auto dimming, 8-point compass and outside temperature indicator.
- Mini Overhead Console w/Map Lights
- Black Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel Rim
· Includes theft-deterrent locking feature.
- Color-Keyed Surround Grille
Z82 Heavy-Duty Trailering Equipment Group Includes
- Includes trailering hitch platform, 7-wire harness (harness includes wires for: park lamps, backup lamps, right turn, left turn, electric brake lead, battery and ground) with independent fused trailering circuits mated to a 7-way sealed connector, 7-way to 4-way trailer adapter, instrument panel jumper wiring harness for electric trailer brake controller, and 1-way sealed connector for center high-mounted stop/brake lamp.
- When ordered in combination with all content of the PDU package, then the PDU code is required; otherwise the R6Y override code is required.
- High-Capacity Air Cleaner
- HD Auxiliary External Transmission Oil Cooler
· Air-to-oil.
Auto Industry Bail Out
Saturday Night Live has been on a role of late with the election, the economic crisis and now the Detroit auto manufactures.
This video targets the auto industry 'bail-out'. It is over the top but pretty funny. Enjoy!
This video targets the auto industry 'bail-out'. It is over the top but pretty funny. Enjoy!
WHY OBAMA?
I do a lot of business in the United States so I have had my share of opinions on the current US regime but I have also had many opinions shared with me by my American friends and colleagues.
Quite simply when it comes down to it, American citizens could choose a new party and the leader of that new party to lead the nation or simply re-elect the same party that has caused havoc the last 8 years.
This election was not won based on promises, policies, or leadership. It was won simply based on the need for change.
I know many US republicans, die hard republicans who would not and could not support another 4 years of republicans in office. Frankly George Bush won this election for the democrats. A quick look at some of Bush’s blunders that made supporting republicans nearly impossible to do.
1. Foreign Policy – Bush was seen as a bully and held little regard for other nation’s rights to sovereignty. Provoking terrorists and nations to attack the US through his statements was irresponsible and actions of a bully.
2. Fiscal Policy – During Bush’s time in office the US public debt has exceeded $10 trillion dollars. There always seems to be plenty of money for his war, but not for the troops who fight the battles, not for the health care of the citizens of the United States and not for education. Granted has not had significant tax increases however amassing that much debt and leaving the mess for someone else to deal with is irresponsible and unacceptable.
3. Civil Liberties – Bush removed certain civil liberties from the American people such as allowing unlawful detention, ability to spy on individuals without obtaining a warrant, and searching of one’s home or business without the owner’s permission or knowledge.
There are obviously many other factors that contributed to the republican party downfall such as the on-going troops in Iraq, lying to the public about evidence of WMD, torture, response to hurricane Katrina, pre presidential business affairs, drug use, and lying about military service. While many of these fall on the sole discretion of Bush’s choices it is the first three main points that have many republicans questioning the parties direction and in my opinion contributed to the results of this latest election more so than any other factor(s).
That being said I believe Obama is a very intelligent man and a solid leader who will no doubt improve foreign relations. If I had a vote it would have been for Obama. That being said I do have concerns with his economic policy and thoughts on trade agreements. We will have to wait to see how that shapes up.
Comments?
Quite simply when it comes down to it, American citizens could choose a new party and the leader of that new party to lead the nation or simply re-elect the same party that has caused havoc the last 8 years.
This election was not won based on promises, policies, or leadership. It was won simply based on the need for change.
I know many US republicans, die hard republicans who would not and could not support another 4 years of republicans in office. Frankly George Bush won this election for the democrats. A quick look at some of Bush’s blunders that made supporting republicans nearly impossible to do.
1. Foreign Policy – Bush was seen as a bully and held little regard for other nation’s rights to sovereignty. Provoking terrorists and nations to attack the US through his statements was irresponsible and actions of a bully.
2. Fiscal Policy – During Bush’s time in office the US public debt has exceeded $10 trillion dollars. There always seems to be plenty of money for his war, but not for the troops who fight the battles, not for the health care of the citizens of the United States and not for education. Granted has not had significant tax increases however amassing that much debt and leaving the mess for someone else to deal with is irresponsible and unacceptable.
3. Civil Liberties – Bush removed certain civil liberties from the American people such as allowing unlawful detention, ability to spy on individuals without obtaining a warrant, and searching of one’s home or business without the owner’s permission or knowledge.
There are obviously many other factors that contributed to the republican party downfall such as the on-going troops in Iraq, lying to the public about evidence of WMD, torture, response to hurricane Katrina, pre presidential business affairs, drug use, and lying about military service. While many of these fall on the sole discretion of Bush’s choices it is the first three main points that have many republicans questioning the parties direction and in my opinion contributed to the results of this latest election more so than any other factor(s).
That being said I believe Obama is a very intelligent man and a solid leader who will no doubt improve foreign relations. If I had a vote it would have been for Obama. That being said I do have concerns with his economic policy and thoughts on trade agreements. We will have to wait to see how that shapes up.
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