Tag Archives: Hiring event

Caldwell’s population growth contributes to expanding labor force

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Sept. 22, 2023
Media Contact: Monico.Sanchez@labor.idaho.gov

The number of people 16 years of age or older who are living in Caldwell and employed or actively looking for work has grown by 1.5% since August of last year. According to Idaho Department of Labor economist Jan Roeser, part of that increase is due to population growth, which also creates more job opportunities.

“Certain industries like retail, health care, hospitality and food services grow because of population growth,” said Roeser. “Manufacturing and wholesale distribution are also included and are high paying industries.

The Caldwell Labor office is hosting a hiring event Thursday, Sept. 28, 3 to 6 p.m. in the Caldwell Labor parking lot located at 4514 Thomas Jefferson St.

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Idaho Labor to hold hiring event in Pocatello amidst declining unemployment rate

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For Immediate Release: Sept. 22, 2023
Media Contact: Clinton.Renn@labor.idaho.gov

The seasonally adjusted, preliminary unemployment rate in the Pocatello metropolitan area is currently at 3.2%, which is down 1% from the revised unemployment rate last month. This percentage rate, according to Labor economist Ryan Whitesides, is from workers returning to work from furloughs or layoffs from large-scale industrial projects.

“While total employment grew as unemployment dropped in the region, unemployment mathematically dropped a bit faster,” Whitesides said.

To help residents find jobs and employers to fine workers, the Idaho Department of Labor is holding a hiring event on Wednesday, Sept. 27.

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The Idaho Department of Labor eases job postings with hiring event in Post Falls

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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.

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Post Falls hiring event Aug. 16 features employers hiring for multiple positions

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For Immediate Release: Aug. 11, 2023
Media Contact: Keeler.Crawford@labor.idaho.gov

Historically low unemployment continues to boost wages and the number of job openings in northern Idaho. Many of those jobs will be featured at a hiring event Aug. 16 in Post Falls.

Job seekers will find a large variety of job opportunities from construction work to caregiving. Many of the more than 25 employers represented are looking to fill multiple positions.

The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Idaho Department of Labor Post Falls office, 600 N. Thornton St.

A sampling of job titles includes machine operator, cashier/shipping clerk, caregivers, sales reps, corrections officer, cook, warehouse associate, painters, afterschool coaches, dental assistant, tax professionals, welder, CNC machinist, millwright, forklift operator, transportation dispatch and many more.

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Idaho Falls outdoor job fair July 26 offers multiple job opportunities

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For Immediate Release: July 21, 2023
Media Contact: Maria.Martin@labor.idaho.gov

More than 50 employers are taking to the Walmart parking lot in Idaho Falls looking for job candidates Wednesday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The location is 500 S. Utah Ave.

A wide range of employers attending include Idaho Rural Water Association, Local News 8, Teton Stagelines, Army National Guard, University of Idaho, Idaho Department of Transportation, Sage Truck Driving, School District 93 and many others.

More complete information about employers attending is available on the Idaho Department of Labor’s calendar of events.

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Post Falls hiring event July 19 offers multiple job opportunities

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For Immediate Release: July 14, 2023
Media Contact: Keeler.Crawford@labor.idaho.gov

More than 35 employers will be looking for job candidates Wednesday, July 19, at Labor’s Post Falls hiring event. It takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Idaho Department of Labor office, 600 N. Thornton St.

Employers planning to attend include Aerotek, Primerica, Ground Force Worldwide, Coeur d’Alene Public Schools, Fred Meyer, Kootenai Health and many others.

Available job openings include landscapers, warehouse workers, caregivers, CAD drafter, CNA, nurse, welders, builders, general laborers and more.

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Over 300 positions open at Ukrainian Welcome Center Hiring Event

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For Immediate Release: July 5, 2023
Media Contact: Sonia.Cardenas@labor.idaho.gov

A mix of entry level and higher-level skilled jobs will be offered on Tuesday, July 11 from noon to 4 p.m. at a hiring event taking place at the Ukrainian Welcome Center in Nampa. The center is located at 304 16th Ave. N.

Positions open range across industries including cashiers, school bus drivers, production, administrative, industrial, retail, child care and many more.

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Post Falls hiring event offers multiple job opportunities

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For Immediate Release: June 16, 2023
Media Contact: Keeler.Crawford@labor.idaho.gov

Over 100 jobs will be available for job seekers from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21 at Labor’s Post Falls Hiring Event. The event takes place at the Idaho Department of Labor office, located at 600 N. Thornton St.

Employers planning to attend include Cabela’s, Sleep Inn Post Falls, Environmental Control, Sherwin Williams, Sage Truck Driving School, North Idaho Dental Personnel, Bonner County Human Resources, Badger Building Supply, Texas Roadhouse, Arrow Construction Supply and more. All of the employers planning to attend are listed in the Idaho Department of Labor’s calendar of events.

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Jobs in trades and manufacturing will be offered at CWI Career Fair June 20

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For Immediate Release: June 14, 2023
Media Contact: Monico.Sanchez@labor.idaho.gov

Many job opportunities will be available at the College of Western Idaho (CWI) Trades and Manufacturing Career Fair, Tuesday, June 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Micron Educational Center located at 5725 E. Franklin Road.

Job seekers can expect to meet representatives from Amalgamated Sugar, Caldwell Transportation Company, CS Beef Packers, Guerdon LLC, The Stow Company, Western States Equipment and more.

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Idaho Falls hiring event June 14 features employers with multiple job openings

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For Immediate Release: June 8, 2023
Media Contact: Windy.Hahn@labor.idaho.gov

Eastern Idaho employers with the highest number of job openings in the region will be at a hiring event Wednesday, June 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Idaho Falls Department of Labor office located at 1515 E. Lincoln Road.

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