Tulsa - So often, we only hear about the numbers associated with the jobless rate and we don't see the faces. But behind every number, there's a real person who lost a job and now struggling to find another one.

Recently, we met with more than a dozen of them, and listened to each of their stories. Our goal is very simple -- help them find a job. They all agreed to sit down with us and answer three basic questions -- what are you looking for, what are your skills, and what sets you apart from the rest.

Like millions of others facing the same situation, they were nervous. They haven't been in the job hunt for years, and now they need help.

Today, we focus on Luis Gutierrez, who is looking for work as a truck driver, in construction or bindery operator.

Name:
Luis Gutierrez

Position Desired:
Truck driver/Bindery operator/Construction

Experience/Employment History:
14 years experience in priting; run most bindery equipment.
Attended truck driving school w/ an average 95 academics, 96 skills.
Drove 8,000 miles with TMC Trans.
Drove passenger van with trailer for 2 years; drove 120,000 miles.

Educational Background:
Attended HS in hometown in Zacatecas, Mexico.
Central Tech in Drumright, OK.

What sets you apart from others in your field of work?
Hard working and responsible. Dedicated. No bad habits as smoking, drinking or drugs.

For more information, or to set up an interview, contact Workforce Oklahoma at (918)-796-1219 or e-mail kasha.smith@oesc.state.ok.us.

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