Big Fresno Fair hosts 12th annual job fair in hopes of filling positions

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The Big Fresno Fair is just 41 days away.

Thousands of people filled the Fresno County Fairgrounds on Thursday for a job fair as organizers looked to fill nearly 400 positions.

Available jobs include ticket sellers, security guards, concessions, horse racing and janitorial staff.

One of the hopeful attendees was Fernando Gonzalez.

He's an iron worker by trade but is currently taking some time away to heal from the physical demands of his job.

"I figured right now to work at the fair, that would be something that would work for me," Gonzalez said.

Organizers say people were eager to find work.

"Big opportunity to get a job. As you can see, the lines here, yes, huge," said Kathy Currin, superintendent of home arts.

You can be a part of big times at the Big Fresno Fair. Organizers are looking to hire hundreds of workers at a job fair Thursday.

Supervisors say they are looking for people with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills.

Organizers are also looking for volunteers for this year's fair.

They say joining the team can lead to even bigger opportunities.

"We have seen results and growth in so many of our employees. When you come back, we recognize you immediately. Our superintendents know exactly who you are, exactly how hard you worked. So, there is absolutely long-term potential," explained Taylor Collins, special events coordinator.

If you missed Thursday's event, managers for the fair say they are still accepting applications.

For more information or to get an application, click here.

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