NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Sept. 15, 2023
Media Contact: Keeler.Crawford@labor.idaho.gov

With a high demand for workers and almost 1,700 job postings in Kootenai County, the Idaho Department of Labor is hosting its annual monthly hiring event Wednesday, Sept. 20 to share job opportunities.

64 different economic sectors have active job postings right now in northern Idaho. The top three categories are: delivery and messenger services; professional, scientific, and technical services; and administrative and support services. Over 35 employers attending the hiring event will be trying to fill openings in some of these industries on Wednesday.

Job openings available at the event include HVAC installers, electrical apprentices/journeymen, supervisors, construction laborers, welders, cashiers, tax professionals, cooks, dental assistants and many more.

Employers planning to attend include JA Bertsch Heating & Cooling, Environmental Control, Aerotek, Sunshine Minting, Fred Meyer, Idaho Central Credit Union, H&R Block, North Idaho Dental Personnel, Spokane Produce and others.

Job seekers can stop by anytime from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Idaho Department of Labor Post Falls office, 600 N. Thornton St.

For a list of employers and available positions view Labor’s online calendar at labor.idaho.gov/calendar.

The event is free to attend. Job applicants are encouraged to bring a resume and be prepared to speak directly with company recruiters and HR personnel.

Interviewing, resume and other job search tips are also available online at labor.idaho.gov/publications. Search under Job Seeker Publications.

Customers with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to participate can contact Keeler Crawford 208-457-8789 ext. 3940. To access the Idaho Relay Service for the deaf and hard of hearing, dial 711.

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The Idaho Department of Labor’s employment services programs are 100% funded by Wagner-Peyser Act grants from the U.S. Department of Labor.