In the midst of a busy holiday season, more than 1,500 Central Floridians now find themselves in a precarious position, searching for more than just gifts, but for a job.
The county had provided more than $1.3 million in incentives to Kroger and Ocado to support the facility, which employs some 1,400 people who are expected to be laid off.
The mayor of Groveland took to social media to address the closure of Kroger’s fulfillment center, saying he’s “heartsick” for the 1,400 employees who work at the facility.
Basically, because new job hiring has shown little growth as of late (we’re actually not 100% sure because there is no “official” monthly jobs report because of the government shutdown), those with jobs are holding on to them tighter – in essence “hugging” the current jobs until something better comes along.
The majority of Floridians are hanging on to the “American Dream,” but rising housing costs and everyday expenses make it difficult to achieve, the Florida Atlantic University poll found.
President Donald Trump on Friday had his team remove the head of the agency that produces the monthly jobs figures, after a weak report showed hiring slowed and was much weaker in April and May than previously reported.
Lake County Schools announced it is holding a district-wide hiring event on Tuesday as they look to hire teachers and other professionals for the upcoming school year.
With continued growth across Central Florida comes the need for more police officers and sheriff’s deputies, according to law enforcement officials. News 6 reached out to county sheriff’s offices to ask how much they pay deputies.
UPS is looking to slash about 20,000 jobs and close more than 70 facilities as it drastically reduces the amount of Amazon shipments it handles.
As Florida’s hospitals grapple with severe shortages across all health professionals, a new option for aspiring nurses is now open in Osceola County.
Jenna Koo, a final-year nursing student at the University of Central Florida (UCF), never anticipated that her college experience would equip her with the skills to save lives. As she approaches graduation, Koo is acutely aware of the looming nursing shortage in Florida, projected to reach nearly 60,000 by 2035, according to the Florida Hospital Association.
A year after lawmakers relaxed the state’s child labor laws, a divided Florida Senate panel on Tuesday gave initial approval to a measure that would further roll back work restrictions for kids as young as 14.
Postal workers across the country will rally outside post offices on Sunday, nearly a month after President Donald Trump suggested he may try to take control of the independent agency and put it under the Commerce Department.
The January employment report from the U.S. Labor Department has been released, providing insights into the state of the U.S. economy as the new year begins.
My hotdog has a first name, it’s O-R-L-A-N-D-O, my hotdog has a – well, that’s it, I ran out of words – but you can run out and see a piece of Americana when the famous Wienermobile visits Central Florida this month.
Florida is home to hundreds of registered apprenticeship programs, including 50 in Central Florida alone.
An Orange County frozen treat shop known for giving people with disabilities their first job experience is being forced to sell.
According the U.S. Labor Department, America's employers added just 12,000 jobs in October, but economists say that relatively low number was affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton, as well as labor strikes from companies like Boeing which left a lot of people off the payrolls.
U.S. retailers are ramping up hiring for the holiday season but expect to take on fewer seasonal employees to help customers in stores and assemble online orders in warehouses.
Over 90% of United Airlines flight attendants represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA have voted to authorize a strike if management fails to agree to signifigant improvements, according to a news release.
The layoffs happened on July 28 before the restaurant closed for the day and within view of customers, according to former employees who spoke to News 6.
While many students enjoyed their summer break, 600 young scholars in Orlando participated in the City of Orlando’s Summer Youth Employment Program.
Several counties across Central Florida are in need of bus drivers for the upcoming school year. Listed below are the employment needs for the different districts.
National Hire a Veteran Day, observed annually on July 25, serves as a poignant reminder to employers nationwide to prioritize hiring individuals who have bravely served our country.
Donald Trump's warning during his debate with Joe Biden that immigrants are taking “Black jobs" and “Hispanic jobs” prompted outrage from Democrats and Black leaders who found the language vague and racially discriminatory.
Are you looking for a way to make some extra cash this summer? There are options that include ridesharing, meal and grocery delivery, even some remote customer service jobs. When it comes to side gigs, you want to get the most out of your time as well as money in your pocket. Saving’s Angel Josh Elledge, host of the family saving’s podcast and blog, has some advice for those looking to take on a side job.
Local school districts are finding new ways to fill spots during a major teacher shortage. Volusia, Brevard, and Flagler counties are now working with Daytona State College to get district employees who want to teach their bachelor's degrees.
In 2020, women accounted for 1 in 10 workers in the construction industry, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with roughly 1.2 million women working jobs ranging from inspections to hanging drywall.
Semiconductor chips are found in almost every electronic device and are used in many industries, from healthcare to the automotive sector.
A controversial proposal to loosen work restrictions for 16- and 17-year-olds is ready to go to the full Senate after changes Monday night drew at least some labor-union support.
The third annual Orange County Mayor’s Open House and Job Fair attracted hundreds of people curious about full and part-time work within their local government.
A controversial proposal that would loosen regulations on the numbers of hours that 16-year-old and 17-year-old Floridians can work continued moving through the state House on Wednesday.
Each year retail stores hire more workers than usual to make sure they can accommodate all the extra people and demand for goods, although one group that can overlooked is those with disabilities.
While college and university tuition costs may be skyrocketing, a bachelor's degree remains essential to many high-paying jobs across the United States.
Orlando Iron Workers Union 808 has launched an aggressive recruiting program to hire and train the next generation of ironworkers for what business manager Bobby Knost calls a “lifetime career.”
Nationally, most of the lowest-paying jobs are in the leisure and accommodation fields: think folks who work in food establishments, at hotels, at recreational facilities like pools and amusement parks, and other service jobs.
The job market has undergone significant transformations since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted labor markets across the world. Remote work, a term almost unheard of before the pandemic, continues to be a priority for many employees.
The average annual salary for a controller in 2021 was $129,750, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and controllers also get to have top-notch benefits working for the government.
A raise for bus drivers in Brevard County has some other school district employees feeling left out.
Magnify of Central Florida provides residential, employment, youth transition, life skills development, and advocacy services to individuals, 18, and up, with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
U.K. telecom company BT Group plans to shed up to 55,000 jobs by the end of the decade and replace some of them with artificial intelligence.
While many graduates to obtain employment right after college, one expert said there are certain negotiating tactics that can be used to maximize the salary of their first job.
Brightline is hiring more than 170 positions in Orlando for its new station at Orlando International Airport.
Gloria Palacio with UCF Global was teaching a class full of Rosen Hotels and Resorts employees how to greet visitors in English.The class is part of a free program that helps workers better communicate while on the job.
The effort hopes to help low-income students obtain a two-year certification program in Arizona, Georgia, Illinois and Texas.
Walmart has announced that 400 employees at its distribution center in Polk County will be affected in a “reduction in force,” according to a letter from the company to Florida officials.
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Believe it or nut, Hormel Foods – the maker of the Planters brand – announced they are seeking college graduates for a “once-in-a-lifetime job opportunity” driving Mr. Peanut across the county in the company’s NUTmobile.
CareerSource Central Florida is hosting its 10th annual “Paychecks for Patriots” job fair for veterans and their partners in Winter Park on Thursday.
It's one of dozens of union locals that has launched a recruiting blitz to bring in "unrepresented" journeymen and offer paid apprenticeships to the potential next generation of skilled welders.
You don't have to go far to find workers who are burned out, fed up and looking for a new job.
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State officials have taken steps to make it easier for people in areas affected by Hurricane Ian to receive unemployment benefits, as recovery efforts from the massive storm continued Monday and the death toll mounted.
As the holiday season gets closer, Universal Orlando Resort is looking to hire more than 2,500 new team members across the entire theme park.
Ironworkers Local 808 in Orlando has launched a recruiting blitz to bring in “unrepresented” journeymen and offer paid apprenticeships for the next generation of skilled welders.
