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Tacoma, WA

U.S. News Ratings
Population: 198,599
Crime: High
Cost of Living: Average
Health Care: Comprehensive
Housing Price: Average
Income: Low
Geography
Tacoma is located on the Puget Sound in western Washington. It is about 30 miles south of Seattle.
Cultural Attractions
Tacoma's Museum District has three notable museums: the Tacoma Art Museum, the Museum of Glass (featuring a bridge of glass designed by Dale Chihuly), and the Washington State History Museum.
Recreation
Tacoma is surrounded by natural attractions like Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, and the Cascade mountain range. These scenic places attract residents and visitors for hiking, biking, boating, and skiing.
Historical
Tacoma used to be the end point of the Northern Pacific Railroad, giving the city the nickname "City of Destiny" because of the many travelers who settled there.
Economy
The military is a major employer in Tacoma, and healthcare and retail are also big industries in town. The Port of Tacoma is also a busy shipping center.
Unemployment rate [details] 10.2%
Unemployment rate, 2008 [details] 5.7%
Median household income $40,428
Average commute time [details] 23.98
Job sector list [details] Communications; Education; Government and public administration; Health and medical services; Legal services; Printing and publishing
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Contractor: Structures Project Engineer

Alaska Airlines - Seattle, WA
Primary area of focus is on Boeing 737CL/NG aircraft structure. Prepare Engineering Controls to incorporate FAA mandated Airworthiness Directives, Federal Aviation Regulation changes, airframe manufacturer Service Bulletins, and component...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Fire Direction Specialist

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Multiple Launch Rocket System Crewmember or Fire Direction Specialist Job Description If youre looking for a way to launch yourself in a new direction, then join the Army National Guards Multiple Launch...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Special Electronic Devices Repairer

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Special Electronic Devices Repairer Job Description The Army National Guard relies on electronic devices in areas ranging from weather forecasting to combat. As a Special Electronic Devices Repairer, you...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Fire Support Specialist

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Fire Support Specialist Job Description Join the Army National Guard as a Fire Support Specialist and youll find out just how exciting computers and communications can be. As part of an elite field...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Bridge Crewmember

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Bridge Crewmember Job Description As a Bridge Crewmember in the Army National Guard, you will develop the skills necessary to keep mechanized army vehicles moving by providing bridges and rafts for wet...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Heavy Construction Equipment Operator

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Heavy Construction Equipment Operator Job Description As an Army National Guard Heavy Construction Equipment Operator, youll be trained to expertly handle crawler and wheeled tractors with dozer...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Plumber

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Plumber Job Description As a Plumber in the Army National Guard, you will build the skills you need for a rewarding civilian career while installing and maintaining pipe systems in the Army National...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Crewmember

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Crewmember Job Description Pave the way to a great future by joining the Army National Guard as a Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Crewmember. As such, you will help the Army...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Truck Driver

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Truck Driver Job Description Keep the Nation moving forward in the Army National Guard. In the Guard, the Truck Driver is the Soldier who makes sure other Soldiers and their supplies get where they need...
Posted date: 11/20/2009

Multiple Launch Rocket System Crewmember

National Guard - Tacoma, WA
Army National Guard Job Postings Multiple Launch Rocket System Crewmember or Fire Direction Specialist Job Description If youre looking for a way to launch yourself in a new direction, then join the Army National Guards Multiple Launch...
Posted date: 11/20/2009
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