SoLAcc’s Economic & Workforce Development Department, in partnership with LEDA’s Skill Up Initiative, will host an Industrial Trades Career Fair on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the New Iberia City Park Recreation Center (300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, LA 70563). The event is free and open to the public.
More than 35 hiring companies will be on site, actively recruiting for positions across the industrial trades. Employers will be hiring for roles such as electricians, deckhands, forklift operators, carpenters, CDL drivers, machinists, and other high-demand skilled trade positions. Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet directly with hiring representatives, submit resumes, and learn more about immediate employment opportunities.
Job seekers are encouraged to:
- Dress professionally and bring multiple copies of their resume
- Pre-register for the event to expedite check-in
The Industrial Trades Career Fair is designed to strengthen the regional workforce by connecting employers with skilled and motivated job seekers while highlighting career pathways that support long-term economic growth.
Job seekers and employers are encouraged to visit www.solacc.edu/jobfair for complete event details. The webpage includes information on attending the job fair, pre-registration for job seekers, and registration for businesses interested in exhibiting.