Work, learn, enjoy! Join our friendly team and earn during the big break from studies. Make new friends and acquire new skills. Each summer we hire numerous workers and interns. Now we started to accept job applications for the Summer Seasonal Employee 2009 Program. Jobs include duties such as loading, unloading, setting up, assembling, testing, and configuring computers, laptops, printers, and other computer related electronics. There are two types of jobs: delivery team and assembly team. Delivery team delivers and configures computers at customer sites, mostly school districts. Assembly team assembles computers together in our facility. Some physical work is involved in both. Computer hardware background is highly desired although generally not required, a basic training will be provided. Returned workers are particularly welcome.

Preference will be given to those who can work continuously throughout summer from late May to late August, although part timers will be considered depending on the work load and number of workers available at the time. Students are encouraged to apply. If you have a time period during the summer when you are not available, please notify us right away. We prefer college-age workers but high school seniors will be also considered. Must have your own dependable transportation to work, although you may consider to carpool with other workers. Those who can work with us after the summer on a part time basis are especially welcome.

The job location is in Houston, Texas. Work hours are 7-4 with a lunch break. The hours are more flexible for assembling computer teams but is strict for delivering teams. Compensation depends on experience, skills, and pay history. Interview will be conducted throughout the month of May.

To apply send an email to summer @ directron.com with contact info (such as phone numbers), background information (such as current college and major you are attending), work and pay history, computer hardware skill level, if any. Make sure to include "SUMMER Jobs" in the subject of your email. We encourage you to include the resume info in the body of the email rather than sending it as an attachment for our convenience. For new employees, we shall reply to your email requesting you to attend an interview on one of those interview dates below.

For returned workers, please mark "SUMMER Job - returned worker" in the subject of your email. Indicate what year and what job you have worked with us before in your email. We may notify your acceptance by email so you do not need to attend an interview.

Our physical address is: 10402 Harwin Drive, Houston, TX 77036. Click here for directions

Interview Schedule: We shall conduct interviews at our site on the following dates for new employees (not necessary for returned employees if notified by emails). The interviews are rather informal. You do not need to call in for an appointment. Just arrive during our work hours on these dates: Fridays 9am - 6pm and Saturdays 11am - 4pm.

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May 1 (Friday), May 2 (Saturday)
May 8 (Friday), May 9 (Saturday)
May 15 (Friday), May 16 (Saturday)
May 22 (Friday), May 23 (Saturday) (if necessary)
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On any of these interview dates, come in to our showroom. Ask for a summer job application at our front desk, fill it out, and then ask to have an interview with any of the following individuals: Jason, Vicky, Jeff, or Michael. Please note, the summer job application form is DIFFERENT from our regular employment application. Do ask to see Jeff or Michael before you leave if either one is available. You may come in on other dates that are not on the above schedule but the chance to actually meet any of these people may be smaller.

Orientation and training: For those who are accepted, an orientation will be conducted on May 16, Saturday, 12:00pm noon. Make-up orientation sessions will be held on May 23 and May 30, Saturday, 12:00 noon. The orientation session is also a good place to ask questions and receive answers.

Notes: (1) The returning workers do not need to attend an interview if you have sent an email application and we have accepted your application by a reply email. You may still need to attend one of the orientation sessions. (2) It's your choice to select an interview date that is most convenient for you. (3) The number of jobs we have may be limited and the number of applicants may exceed the number of jobs available. In such a case we reserve a right to hire workers on a first-come-first-served or on a merit basis. (4) Much of the work is physical and mechanical, all of which involve computers or other electronics.

Notes on Work Rules: (5) During the work, you may incur some business-related expenses, such as mileage on personal vehicles and gas. If you received prior approval from your supervisor, such expenses shall be reimbursed. (6) Employees will receive an employee discount; however, you can shop with us on your own time. (7) There are many types of jobs available: assembly, delivery, refurbishing, quality control, and a few others. The delivery jobs shall require flexible work hours. There may be a chance for workers to move from one job to another if one job does not work out. (8) For the delivery jobs you must arrive on time before the delivery teams leave our facility unless you are instructed to go to customer site with your own transportation. (9) We prefer non-smokers. Smoking is prohibited on customer sites including park lots and on company vehicles. (10) We expect 40-hour work week; However, actual work hours are not guaranteed and may change. (11) The job may be terminated with or without prior notice and with or without reason due to various factors including workload variations and job performance. (12) Any misconduct may lead to immediate termination without any prior notice. (13) After the first month, we request all employees who decide to leave to give us two-weeks of advanced notice.

Safety: Protect your back. Do not do any thing that is not safe. If you are unsure about the safety of a procedure, ask your manager about it first. We are glad to help. Prevent heat exhaustion by drinking plenty of fluids. Drive friendly and safely and follow posted legal speeds. An employee must report any health history or condition that may be a cause for concern. Ask for help whenever you do not feel well. Do not come to work if you are sick. Do not lift heavy items by yourself. Always ask for help. Respect coworkers and team members. Make friends. Respect customers and the company's properties.

Skills you learn while working here: Paying attention to details. Time management. Team work. People skills. Prioritization. Communication skills. Multi-tasking. Basic computer knowledge such as assemblying, configuration, and testing.

Dress code: During the summer when schools are out shorts and t-shirts are acceptable. Delivery teams shall receive company branded t-shirts.

Do visit this page often as the schedule might change.