Job fair coming to Marion County for those interested in being truck drivers

MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – If you have the desire to get into the trucking industry, now is your chance.

CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion (CLM) is partnering with Marion Technical College (MTC) to host a job fair for those interested in becoming truck drivers.

CareerSource CLM officials say multiple businesses will be recruiting Class A and B commercial drivers and recent graduates to drive “over-the-road” as well as around Marion County.

Representatives from MTC will be present to assist those who want to enhance their CDL education to find the right program that fits them.

“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.

Some businesses that will be present include Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, Custom Window Systems, Gill Logistics, Marion County Public Schools, McLane, Schneider.com, and Waste Pro, USA.

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The job fair will be held on Thursday, Feb. 29, from 5-7 p.m. at MTC located at 1014 SW Seventh Rd. in Ocala.

CareerSource CLM says those interested in attending should bring copies of their resume and dress appropriately. For those needing help with resumes or interview skills, stop by a career center in Ocala, Lecanto and Chiefland from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays.