I included an "objective" on my resume(s).
..had name, contact info, etc on top.. then:
Objective: To secure an Auxiliary Operator position with {utility name} and obtain SRO license.
Verbatim.. including "bold".
The rest of the resume was very easy on the eyes.. bullet points, spaced out generously.. and to the point, while delivering a specific message.. one page max. The gist of my resume was that I "have a brain" (good grades in college level math and science courses), I am comfortable and experienced with shift work, and most importantly this is not only the position I want, but also the career path I want.. This message was again supplemented with an easy to read, to the point, logical cover letter.. And if that wasn't enough, I know for a fact that that same message carried through at the interview. I'm certainly no expert on job applications, but I'm pointing out what worked for me, as well as my underlying logic.. Hope that helps.
-ski