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DIY OIL CHANGE SPECIALS, 5 qts. CarQuest oil & red filter $19.99, 5 qts. Carquest Hi-Mileage oil & red filter, $21.99, 5 qts. Mobil 5000 oil & red filter, $22.99, 5 qts. Mobil 1 Synthetic Oil & Mobil filter, $29.99,Castrol GTX. $3.99 qt. 5 qts. Valvoline Max-Life oil, $22.99, ATV, Motorcycle & Garden Tractor Batteries in stock. Hydraulic hoses custom made. City Auto Parts, “CARQUEST” 600 W. 7th. St., Walsenburg, 719-738-2525 www.carquest.com. 01-TFN

RYE SEPTIC SERVICE. Septic tank pumping – 35 years experience. 719-489-2416 or 569-6297. 30-TFN

REPAIRS & REMODEL Exterior & interior drywall; plaster and paint; repairs welcome. Remodel specialist; bath & kitchen; electrical; upgraded tile. Just call High Plains General Contractors LLC / Jim Sharpe, Walsenburg at 719-989-7853. 41-TFN

PAINTING SERVICES AVAILABLE on exterior and interior structures. Excellent work ethic! Reasonable rates! PLUS- free estimates! References. Handyman duty, also! “There’s no time like the present time to get things done.”719-568-8364 or 719-989-0367. 06-4XP

P.A.R. KINGS JEWELRY shop. Fine jewelry repairs, platinum, gold, silver. Loose stone replacement, settings. Eyeglass repair, watch batteries, small jobs while you wait. 134 W. Main, Ste 35. Trinidad. In the back of the Bell Block. 719-220-0117. 44-4XP

AFFORDABLE CARPET CLEANING- Southern Colorado from Pueblo to Trinidad. Residential/ Commerical. 30 years experience. Free quotes, senior discounts. Call Sam or Sylvia at (719) 890-1079 0r (719) 989-7824. 48-TFN

CHEAPER THAN THE OTHER GUYS” – painting and/or yard/house cleanup removal. We are local, clean, hard working, punctual and mature. Call Peter for a free estimate! (720) 275-1693 07-5XP

GARDENING, YARD CLEANUPS, hauling, weeding, brush clearing. Big or small jobs. La Veta, Walsenburg. Call Mike Parry, 719-989-9057. Free estimates. 10-4XP

Help Wanted

COLFAX COUNTY JOB POSTING: Position Summary: VMDC Lieutenant. Pay status: exempt. Reports to Detentention Center Warden. Salary: $35,000-$40,000. Closing date: March 14, 2018, 4pm. Under general supervision of the Warden of the Vigil Maldonado Detention Center of the Colfax County, provides a wide range of working level in detention center duties intended to secure a safe environment for inmates, co-workers and county citizens that visit the facility. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • A high school diploma or GED. • Must be at least 21 years of age. • Four (4) years experience in related field, plus (2) years administrative experience including (1) year supervisory experience. (OR a combination of post-secondary education and/or experience totaling two (2) years including 1 year supervisory.) • Three (3) years work experience in a professional capacity in corrections, preferable at an adult detention facility. This must include two (2) years working in a management capacity, which demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of business/public administration practices. • Ability to plan, supervise and work with large staff. • Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, in oral and written English. • Ability to keep comprehensive records and to prepare reports and budgets. • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees, residents, officials, and the general public. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ensure that facility maintains compliance with state and American Corrections Association standards and practices. • Prepare reports for official records and information. • Comply with legal mandates governing all persons under the jurisdiction of the Vigil-Maldonado Detention Center. • Ensure that medical, dental mental health and psychiatric services are provided to the resident of the Center. • Provide for all residents of the Center to be treated in a safe and humane manner.• Plan and recommend long-term goals and performance measures for Vigil-Maldonado Detention Center to the Warden. • Work closely with, and responsible for maintaining an open line of communication inter and intra departmentally, and with community agencies, adult courts, probation department and other related entities.• Ensure the development, communication, training and implementation of the Department’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Communicate the Department’s EOP to all Department’s Staff. Train all levels of Department personnel on the EOP. Ensue full participation of all employees and that roles have been established and delegated to lower management. Direct and execute the Emergency Management Procedures for the Department ensuring the safety of all residents and employees. Working conditions:Functions of the position are generally performed in a controlled environment. Many functions of the work post a high degree of hazard and uncertainty. Required to work weekends, holidays and any on call requests. SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE: The offer of this Colfax County Position requires compliance with the following: • Employee must successfully complete employment drug screen and background check, no felony, DWI or Domestic Violence Convictions. • Must be able to pass a physical agility test. • Employee must comply and enforce with Vigil-Maldonado Detention Center Safety Policy Requirements, Standard Operating Policy and Procedures of VMDC as well as the Colfax County Policy and Procedures. • Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain a valid license while employed in this position. • Employee must continue on-going education. Please submit application and resume to County Manager’s office if you are interested in applying for the position, the deadline IS March 21, 2018 by 4:00 PM. email to mlkern@co.colfax.nm.us, or visit our website www.co.colfax.nm.us Colfax County is an Equal Opportunity employer10-1XU

COLFAX COUNTY JOB POSTING: Certified or Uncertified Deputy, non-exempt. Reports to Sheriff and Under Sheriff. Salary depends on experience. Close date: when position is filled. Position Summary: Under general supervision of Sheriff, Undersheriff, or Sergeant of the Colfax County Sheriff’s Office, provides a wide range of working level professional law enforcement duties intended to secure a safe environment for county citizens, and to protect rights established by federal, state and local laws. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • A high school diploma or GED. • Must be at least 21 years of age. Working conditions: Functions of the position are generally performed in a controlled environment. Many functions of the work post a high degree of hazard and uncertainty. Physical readiness and conditioning may be a condition of job retention. Various levels of mental application, i.e., memory for details, emotional stability, creative problem solving. Continuous use of motor skills. Occasional exposure to communicable diseases such as blood born pathogens. Regular exposure to changing weather conditions and related hazards. Potential work hazards include possibility of personal injury from violent residents, or heavy exertion activities while restraining or pursuing residents. Required to be on call for emergencies. SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE: • The offer of this Colfax County Position requires compliance with the following: • Employee must successfully complete employment drug screen and background check, no felony, DWI or Domestic Violence Convictions. • Must be able to pass a physical agility test. • Employee must comply with complete the personnel ordinance and guidelines of the County. • Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain a valid license while employed in this position. • Must be certified or certifiable through the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy as a peace officer. Please submit application and resume to County Manager’s office if you are intersted in applying for the positon. Mail to County Manager’s office, RE: Sheriff’s office Job Posting, PO BoX 1498, Raton, NM 87740 or email to PMENDEZ@CO.COLFAX.NM.US, or visit our website www.co.colfax.nm.us and find detailed job description and benefit package. Colfax County is an Equal Opportunity employer 10-1XU

WANTED SEARCH & RESCUE Volunteers. The Huerfano County Sheriff’s Office is looking for dedicated volunteers and auxiliary support volunteers to rebuild their SAR team. Applicant Requirements:• Be a minimum of 21 years old.•Be physically fit and able to perform in stressful situations.•Be available for call-outs day or night.•Possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.•Able to take direction and critique.•Attend monthly training. (Minimum 8hrs) •Submit to a criminal background check.•Submit to Initial drug screening. •Be a resident of Huerfano County. •Be a Team Player! Please contact the Sheriff’s Office for an application packet.Suitable candidates will be contacted and scheduled for a an interview.Application deadline is April 2nd 1st 2018. 10-1XU

M&R TRUCKING IN TRINIDAD is now hiring Class B CDL drivers, offering full benefits, Competitive wages, and Safety Bonuses. Must be able to pass drug screening and provide a current copy of Driving Record. Contact Chris Pittman at 719-859-2914 for application. 10-2XP

MESA VISTA VETERINARY HOSPITAL is hiring two positions. 1. Small animal veterinary technician, veterinary assistant, or someone with experience working in a veterinary hospital. Full time or part time position available. 2. Full time person to be in charge of feeding animals, cleaning stalls, doing maintenance and assisting with large animal veterinary work. Apply in person at Mesa Vista Veterinary Hospital at 1600 South 2nd Street in Raton or call 575-445-3912. 10-12XP

MED/SURG ADMINISTRATIVE Assistant Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center has an opening for a Full-Time-Day Shift, Med/Surg Admin Assistant. The qualified candidate must have high school diploma/GED with minimum two years’ experience in hospital setting. Skills preferred are: scheduling, medical terminology, communication with patience, families, and peers, highly organized, ICD-10 coding. Please submit application and resume, or if a current employee, submit a letter of interest, to the Human Resource Department or go to www.sprhc.org to apply online. Closing March 16, 2018. 10-1XU

SPANISH PEAKS REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER has openings in the nursing home and hospital departments for the following positions: RN Full-time, part-time and PRN positions available and requires candidate to be a graduate from an approved school of nursing with a valid Colorado or Compact State license. Lodging repayment may apply. LPN Full-time, part-time and PRN positions available and requires candidate to be a graduate from an approved school of nursing with a valid Colorado or Compact State license. Lodging repayment may apply. CNA Full-time, part-time and PRN positions available and requires candidates to be certified as a nursing assistant and maintenance of certification. Lodging repayment may apply. Please submit application and resume to the Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center’s Human Resource Department; 23500 US Hwy 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089. For further information, contact Human Resources at (719) 738-4540 or to view facility information go to www.sprhc.org. 10-1XU

LAUNDRY TECH The Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center’s Housekeeping department seeks full-time Laundry Tech. Work schedule will vary with some weekends and holidays required. Previous experience preferred, but not necessary. Please submit application and resume to the Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center’s Human Resource Department; 23500 US Hwy 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089. For further information, contact Human Resources at (719) 738-4540 or to view facility information go to www.sprhc.org. March 15, 2018 Closing date. 10-1XU

HOUSEKEEPING DEPARTMENT – JANITOR The facility Housekeeping Department is seeking a full-time Janitor. Work schedule will be weekends including some holidays. No experience necessary; on the job training is provided. . Please submit application and resume to the Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center’s Human Resource Department; 23500 US Hwy 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089. For further information, contact Human Resources at (719) 738-4540 or to view facility information go to www.sprhc.org. March 15, 2018 Closing date. 10-1XU

NV Paint & Body. Located: Trinidad, CO. We are looking for experienced Auto Body Painter and Tech. Pay based on experience. Send resume: nvcreativedesigns@gmail.com or call for info: 719-859-2353 09-2XP

THE RATON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Business Manager to join our team with the following qualifications: * BA + degree in Accounting or Business preferred. * Must meet qualifications to obtain a N.M. Public Education Dept. (PED) Business Manager License. A person seeking this license shall have completed one or more of the following:- A current certified public accountant certificate, or A bachelors, masters, or doctorate degree in accounting, business, or a related field with at least 24 semester hours in accounting or business coursework from approved university or, An associate’s degree in accounting or a related field including 24 hours in accounting or business courses, plus at least 3 years verifiable employment experience as a school business official, or A high school diploma or GED and at least 5 years of verifiable employment experience working under the supervision of a licensed school business official and 40 hours of licensure credit for school business official license continuing education. * A person receiving an initial school business license shall be issued a 1-year conditional license that shall convert automatically to a 3- year level l license provided that during this first year the person satisfactorily completes a training program approved by the PED. (per 6.63.12.8 NMAC) * Experience in dealing with public school finances and state budget * Must pass a background check to be completed upon hiring * Supervisory experience preferred Excellent benefits and salary dependent upon school business experience and follows current school business manager salary schedule. To obtain a certified application, go to www.ratonschools.com/districtoffice to employment. Deadline for applying for this position is 3/15/2018 at 2pm. Interested parties must submit a letter of interest, resume, transcripts and application to: Raton Public Schools, Attn: Karen Walton 1550 Tiger Circle 09-1XU

CHAÉ ORGANICS COSMETICS Manufacturing, Part Time/Temporary Production & Packing. Possibility of becoming Full Time. Responsibilities include working on production line in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and standard operating procedures. Must have high degree of integrity, solid basic mathematical skills, the ability to work quickly and methodically, high attention to detail, and must also possess the ability to concentrate while doing repetitive tasks. Experience is not necessary but must have a willingness to learn. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Background check required. Pick up application at front desk, 23300 US HWY 160. For more details call (719) 695-5542. 10-1XU

INDEPENDENT DRIVER: Rocky Mountain Metals is looking for an independent driver with the following: 1-Ton truck, gooseneck trailer, licensed and insured, ELD & DOT registered Contact RMM/Melanie Wahl for an interview – 575-445-2756 08-4XU

 

 

For Rent

APARTMENT FOR RENT MATURE ADULTS (40+)from $350 + util. Walsenburg. Call 719-738-2149. 30-TFN

LA VETA – 4 BEDROOM house, $1,500 Studio Apt. $700. Phone 831-801-9261 or email info@lavetahouse.com 02-5XP

 

 

Homes and Property for sale

CLEAN 2 BDRM / 1 BA house with 2-car garage on large corner lot at 301 East Fourth St., Walsenburg. All appliances included, $66,000 or best offer. Call 719-859-5687. 45-TFN

A COZY 2 BDRM house for sale on 43 acres, Gardner, CO. Wood burning stove, Propane stove, All appliances & furniture. Serious Inquires Only, 620-353-7533 08-4XU

 

Vehicles

2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD, Crew Cab, 4X4, LT, 6.6L Duramax Diesel #8395 $14950 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 28-TFN

2006 Ford Ranger, Supercab 4-door, 4X4, FX4, 4.0L V6, Auto, New Tires #8396 $10,950 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 28-TFN

2007 Dodge Ram 2500, QC, 4X4, SLT, 3″ Lift, 5.9L Cummins Dsl, 1-owner #8345 $24,950 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 28-TFN­

La Veta Fire Protection District (LVFPD) is accepting sealed bids on a 1986 Ford Pickup. Vehicle being sold with utility boxes and “as is” except the pump and tank unit will be removed. Actual miles are 42,487. View at the east side of the La Veta Fire Protection District Fire Station, 100 Birch, La Veta, CO. Call Fire Chief David DeTray for additional information or to make an appointment. Or call 719-742-3656 – leave message and your call will be returned to give more information and make an appointment to inspect vehicle. Sealed bids must be received by 5:00 PM on March 8, 2018 and marked “SEALED BID – 1986 Ford Pickup”. Mailing address is; La Veta Fire Protection District, P.O. Box 44, La Veta, CO 81055. Minimum starting bid is $1,500.00 and LVFPD reserves right to refuse any/all bids. 08-4XU

 

History

WALSENBURG: CROSSROADS TOWN, a history by Dorothy Ree. 333 pages, 90 photos. Send check to WMM, $22, includes tax and shipping. Walsenburg Mining Museum, PO Box 134, Walsenburg O 81089. 719-738-1992 or 719-738-2840. 24-TFN

Class

Beginning Watercolor Classes in La Veta Fridays 1:30 – 4:30 pm. $20 per class. Materials $5. Adults. Call ahead to attend. Kathy Hill 719 742-5756 Email: kathyhillart@gmail.com.Website: www.kathywhill.com 05-TFN

 

Misc.

SALE: Antique and contemporary furniture, stained glass, tables, chairs, music, children’s furniture, more. United Church of Walsenburg, Main and Kansas. 9-3 Saturday, March 10. Preview 2-6 March 9. 719-738-2840. Cash, checks, credit cards. 08-3XU

LARGE GREENHOUSES. Great prices. Made in Colorado, for Colorado. (970) 726-9555. altitudegreenhouses.com 09-4XP

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER minerals. What are them minerals you are selling? What are the minerals you are buying? Find out! Huerfano or Las Animas, call C.A. MacMillan. (719) 738-1250. 35 years experience. 10-2XP

1 REFRIGERATOR- yellow; $100. 1 wood table, small; 4 chairs; $75. 2 truck tool boxes; $100 each. 5th wheel tow hitch; $100. Grille guard for Dodge truck; $100. Generator; $100. Gas dryer; $100. 719-248-0895. 10-1XP 3/4” road base, 1/2” rock, pea gravel, decorative boulders, also river rock. Backhoe, road grader and dump truck services. Call 719-214-6982 or 719-948-7927. 10-13XP

 

Lien

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 11, 2018, the below described property will be sold by sealed bid. The property can be seen at Paperback Trading Post, 111 W. 4th St in Walsenburg. Storage Unit #21, occupied by Krystal Mislyn. 1 Queen sized bed, 1 rowing machine, 1 table, 1 Coleman cooler, 15 boxes, 15 bags, pillows, glass top table, mirror. 09-2XU

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