Port Hueneme resident Joshua Baily came to the Fair to seek customer service jobs, but got a lot more, as many of the partners provided career guidance. “This is really amazing because companies described [the available jobs] so well and weren’t rushing to explain,” he said. “They took their time.”
Tracy Pham came from Simi Valley to attend the Fair. She will be graduating California State University Northridge in May with a degree in electrical engineering and made a beeline for the Naval Facilities Engineering Command table. “They were very helpful and offered a lot of options. I was impressed that they gave me a decent amount of information about jobs and how to apply,” commented Pham.
“Hosting a local job fair is important for our residents. The Port believes it is vital that we continue offering employment opportunities for residents who count on their Port for economic growth and vitality,” explained Oxnard Harbor District President Jess Ramirez.
Partnering agencies included County of Ventura, the City of Port Hueneme, Oxnard College, Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC), Goodwill Industries of Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, Ventura County Fire Department, U.S. Census Bureau, Employers Depot, Inc., Salvation Army Employment Services, UA Local 484 Plumbers, and Carpenters Local 805. |