Moving to Redding (Sacramento, Red Bluff, Anderson: rent, homes, find a job)

[Jaymarquis1]

Me and my wife are looking at moving to Redding. I am a Truck Driver and she is an enginering document control clerk. With that said we are coming down this weekend to look at homes and jobs, Im looking at 2 jobs but nothing for sure yet. Will we find work in our fields and be able to support our family of 5.

[notmeofficer]

Jay....Welcome to Redding

Yes.. I believe you can find a job here,,,

Look at Craigs list.. look at the Nickel want ad (free and at just about every gas station etc).. try Reddingjobs.com,,, from the Record Searchlight paper

There is the Walmart distribution center in Tehama County.. obviously there is the county and the hospitals (mercy and redding medical center).. they are the biggest employers.. you might even ask around at CalFire,, they may be looking for seasonal drivers

There may be affordable housing in Anderson, City of Shasta Lake and south Redding

There are a number of engineering firms.. don't forget to get a copy of the yellow pages.. Raleys supermarkets usually has copies by the door.

Scales and Chippies are prevalent here ... good luck...

[Jaymarquis1]

Thank you notmeofficer, that is very helpful and I hope to see ya on the lake!

[notmeofficer]

Originally Posted by Jaymarquis1

Thank you notmeofficer, that is very helpful and I hope to see ya on the lake!

As I understand it the bass are already shaking hearing you are coming!!!!

here is an example of a local job.. the only issue I see is the pay scale here for many people is lower than other areas of California... but hopefully lower rents offset that

Just a quick look at craigs list found these but there are many more and I am posting here as a representation of the area.. I have NO interest in anything posted

At Pacific Coast Supply, LLC, our mission is to be the premier supplier of selected building products in each of our markets. To grow our company by providing superior goods and services through well-trained people who recognize the importance of relationships. To honor the safety of our employees and our customers while optimizing efficiencies to ensure mutual profitability. We are currently hiring for Class A or B Drivers at Pacific Supply in Redding, CA.

Class A/B Commercial License Drivers – Redding, CA

This position is responsible for delivering and receiving freight using a company vehicle and performs other duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES include:
• Acknowledges and assists all customers in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Assists in the loading and unloading of trucks.
• Delivers material to job sites and customers in a safe and efficient manner according to safety guidelines established.
• Monitors operation of equipment and reports service requirements.
• Receives and delivers required freight documentation to the dispatcher.
• Attends and participates in safety meetings and all safety programs.
• Operates forklifts in a safe and efficient manner.
• Abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies and ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Requires valid applicable Class A or B driver’s license with good driving record.
• Forklift experience required and/or proof of training and certification of forklift per SB-198 requirements.
• Require basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Minimum 2 years as a delivery driver of heavy materials preferred but not required.
• Regular attendance in required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Standing, walking, sitting, talking/listening, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching.
• Lifting up to 100 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Wet humid conditions, extreme heat or cold (weather), outdoor weather conditions.
• Work in high precarious places, working near moving mechanical parts.
• Very loud noise.

We offer competitive compensation plus excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Profit Share, Wellness Programs and more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Please apply at 4310 Westside Road. Redding, CA 96001 Phone (530) 246-1191 Fax (530) 243-3127 or reply to this posting.

and examples of rents in the area

650/mo

Available May 1st. This home has a large living room, dining area that opens into smaller den area. Large master with private bath and 2 smaller rooms with shared bath. Large fenced back yard with covered deck. Cleaning/security deposit $600.00. Please contact Dale or Peggy at (530) 243-3844 for more information and appt to view home.

1325/mo

Available 1st of May. This home has a large living room with fire place,open to dining, and kitchen. Force heat and air,indoor laundry,pantry. Large master with private bath, two three smaller rooms, with one separated on other side of home,could be office, as it has a outside door and half bath. Outside, large fenced yard, auto sprinklers, and two car garage with circular drive. Security $2650.00,possible pet allowance with deposit.Call Connie @ (530) 246-8931 for appt.


good hunting for a place to live.. and a job..

the lake awaits you

[SSIwillbebrokeby2010]

Might I suggest, if people are not in a hurry to live in a fancy home, but a new manufactured home in the mountains outside Redding, 15 minute commute, try French Gulch.
There is a manufactured home community. Yes I saw it WAS in a park. But VERY rural.
Pleasent, quiet and clean and nice.
VERY affordable. Check by Googling--->>> shasta the Mulitple Listings and clicking on 'French Gulch'.
Just check these little homes out if you are starting out. At least for awhile, they might do.
Good Luck

[imlen]

hello again
redding is a very nice place to live i have lived here 56 years and it sure is changing from the hillbilly cowtown it was into Quite a unique place to be. the heat of the summer is Wilting i tend to disagree with other posters about getting used to it.
its more like learning to deal with it.
the Numerous lakes in the area provide relief from the heat Whiskeytown Lake has Two Fine Family Orientated Beaches Brandy Creek and Oak Bottom
the winters are generally mild. i have been here a long time and love it more and more everyday. great fishing. if i were you i would rent a place try it out for a while before betting all your marbles that you will like it as much as i do.
i am retired and am not aware of the current employment situation. but i have always found that if you are honest and industrious redding will produce a decent place to live .

[sberdrow]

Originally Posted by Jaymarquis1

Me and my wife are looking at moving to Redding. I am a Truck Driver and she is an enginering document control clerk. With that said we are coming down this weekend to look at homes and jobs, Im looking at 2 jobs but nothing for sure yet. Will we find work in our fields and be able to support our family of 5.

we have been looking at redding for years. I am in sales, and cannot seem to find a job yet that will allow me to support a home. I will say the prices are "almost there". So I keep an eye on the local market. Good luck to you.

[Zapparulez]

Whiskeytown Lake is the best place in the world. Then again, I grew up in and around that lake...fond memories. My younger brother works for a dairy distributer in Redding(not sure of the name) and he makes as much as I do here in the city(Sacramento). He makes about $18 an hour, but he gets lots of overtime. My sister's boyfriend's father is an electrical engineer(I think) who owns his own business, but last I heard business was slowing down. Which probably means not many job openings. Your wife can probably find a job in the service sectors until she can find something.

I am jealous...I want to move back soooo bad!

[ShastaLiving]

This is definitely a beautiful place to live and raise a family...but my only advice would be to secure a job first, that'll be your toughest obstacle (a good, high paying job, or at least high enough to support your family). Be persistent, once you identify a good job, CALL and talk to someone don't just apply on-line like many job seekers do. Since you've never lived here, I recommend you rent before you buy. Get acquainted with the area first and you'll quickly know what parts of Redding you like best. The West side is popular but if you ask me, it's annoying to go through the downtown area. Too many lights and too many one-ways.

[Jaybee]

Jay,
I live in the area and regularly work with engineering firms. This is a really tight economic climate for engineering firms-not just in the Redding area, but at least throughout the northstate (CA). Many firms are operating with skeleten crews, trying to wait out the slump in development. Your wife would be hard-pressed to find engineering work here at this time.

You, on the other hand should find plently of opportunity here. This area is about midway between Seattle and LA, so a number of trucking firms have midpoint terminals here. Someone already mentioned the Walmart Distribution Center in Red Bluff. It employs about 1200. Not sure how many truckers though.

Except for my military service, I've lived here all my life (I'm 50). For non-natives, the summers take some getting used to. Late June thru about mid September can be brutally hot. Even a "dry heat" is unbearable when the mercury hits 118 degrees. It's certainly not everybody's cup of tea. Winters are cool and moist. Snow on the valley floor is a rare occurence. Of course the upper elevations get regular winter dustings.

Good luck with your job search and relocation plans.

Originally Posted by Jaymarquis1

Me and my wife are looking at moving to Redding. I am a Truck Driver and she is an enginering document control clerk. With that said we are coming down this weekend to look at homes and jobs, Im looking at 2 jobs but nothing for sure yet. Will we find work in our fields and be able to support our family of 5.