US Employers Added Just 114,000 Jobs in July
WASHINGTON — U.S. hiring decelerated sharply last month in the face of high interest rates as employers added an unexpectedly weak 114,000 jobs.
How Trucking Tackles a Tough Labor Market
AUSTIN, Texas — The trucking industry is working to overcome employment obstacles amid a tightening labor market and soft economy, a panel of experts said.
UPS Looks to Add 100,000 Workers for the Holidays
UPS Inc. said Sept. 26 it plans to hire more than 100,000 seasonal workers for the peak holiday shipping season this year.
Hiring Slowed but Continued Growth With 209,000 Jobs in June
America’s employers pulled back on hiring but still delivered another month of solid gains in June, adding 209,000 jobs, another sign of the economy's resiliency.
Employers Added a Strong 339,000 Jobs in May
WASHINGTON — The nation’s employers stepped up their hiring in May, adding a robust 339,000 jobs, well above expectations and evidence of strength in the economy.
Hiring Stays Brisk as Employers Add 223,000 Jobs
WASHINGTON — America’s employers added a solid 223,000 jobs in December, evidence that the economy remains healthy, yet also a sign that the Federal Reserve may still have to raise interest rates aggressively to slow growth and cool inflation.
January 6, 2023Hiring Rebounded in October, With 531,000 Jobs Added
WASHINGTON — America’s employers stepped up their hiring in October, adding a solid 531,000 jobs, the most since July and a sign that the recovery from the pandemic recession may be overcoming a virus-induced slowdown.
Florida Trucking Jobs in High Demand
Thousands of trucking jobs need to be filled in Florida and trucking companies are offering sign-on bonuses as high as $15,000 to entice applicants with commercial driver licenses.
UPS to Hire 100,000, Many in 30 Minutes or Less
The package delivery company said Sept. 9 that it plans to hire more than 100,000 people for the busy holiday shipping season, many of whom will get job offers within 30 minutes of applying.
State, Local Job Recovery Stalls Amid Virus Resurgence
State and local governments shed employees in August, underscoring the impact of the latest surge in U.S. coronavirus infections and the cautious approach municipalities have been taking with their windfall from federal aid.