if my interpretation of your "same" references, it is highly likely that the "inserts and updates" in job (1) are locking the table. Why not move the steps in job (2) to the end of job (1)'s job. In other words, keep job (2) from starting until job (1) is complete.
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Personal Motto: Why push the envelope when you can just open it?
If you follow the direction given HERE[/url] you'll likely increase the number and quality of responses you get to your question.
Jason L. Selburg