Media Contact:
Laura Byrnes, APR, CPRC
CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion
O: 352.291.9559 | M: 352.816.1264
[email protected]
Ocala, Fla. (Feb. 19, 2024) – CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion is partnering with Marion Technical College to host a CDL Job Fair for those interested in careers in long-haul or local commercial truck driving.
The job fair takes place Thursday, Feb. 29 from 5-7 p.m. at MTC, 1014 SW Seventh Road, in Ocala.
There is no charge to attend but registration is recommended at bit.ly/CDLHIRED2024
Multiple businesses will be recruiting Class A and Class B commercial drivers, including recent graduates, to drive over-the-road as well as in and around Marion County. In addition, MTC representatives will help those interested in enhancing their CDL education find the right program to do so.
“This is a great opportunity for anyone ready to shift their career into high gear in the transportation industry, whether they’re interested in long-haul trucking or driving more local routes that enable them to return home at the end of the day,” said Dale French, executive vice president of CareerSource CLM.
Participating businesses include Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, Custom Window Systems, Gill Logistics, Marion County Public Schools, McLane, Schneider.com, and Waste Pro, USA.
Job candidates interested in attending are encouraged to bring printed copies of their resume and dress appropriately.
For fee-free employability assistance, including developing or updating resumes and sharpening interview skills, candidates may stop by any CareerSource CLM career center in Ocala, Lecanto and Chiefland; the centers are open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For details and to register, visit https://careersourceclm.com/event/cdl-job-fair/ or for more information about the job fair and/or CareerSource CLM’s job seeker services, call 800-434-JOBS (5627) for more information.
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CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion is a member of CareerSource Florida and a proud partner of the American Job Center network. CareerSource CLM is supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and other agencies as part of awards totaling $6.9 million (revised annually). Unless otherwise stipulated, all statements, news releases, requests for proposals, bid solicitations and other applicable documents are fully funded from federal sources. CareerSource CLM is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities and in Spanish. All voice telephone numbers listed above may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711. If you need accommodations, call 800-434-5627, ext. 7878 or e-mail [email protected]. Please make request at least three business days in advance. Stay connected with CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Marion Technical College serves a broad and diverse range of students, based on both individual and employer needs by providing students with appropriate successes tailored to meet their individual goals while ensuring all students and employers receive consistent high-quality services, programs, training, and instruction. Marion Technical College is part of Marion County Public Schools.