FREE Santa Cruz County Skilled Trades Job Fair to Take Place March 18
Published on March 04, 2026
FREE Santa Cruz County Skilled Trades Job Fair to Take Place March 18 in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA – The Santa Cruz County Skilled Trades Job Fair takes place on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Grove Event Center, located at 400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
This free event connects those looking for a job or training in the skilled trades with employers and training providers in construction, electrical, HVAC, maintenance, public works, city and county agencies among others.
Attendees will learn about available jobs, courses, trainings and, apprenticeships. On-site resume review and translation services will be available.
Participating employers and skilled trades educational/training providers include: Big Creek Lumber, Geo H Wilson Mechanical Contractors, Granite Construction, Joby Aviation, UC Santa Cruz, Cities of Santa Cruz and Watsonville, County of Santa Cruz, Preston Pipelines, Lucky Electric, Full Steam Staffing Training Santa Cruz Seaside Companyand Apprenticeship Programs and more!
Whether you're considering a career change, seeking new opportunities, or just curious about the skilled trades field, join us at the Santa Cruz County Skilled Trades Job Fair. Learn more at tinyurl.com/2026JobFair. Free parking. Open to ages 18+
2026 County-wide Skilled Trades Job Fair partners include: City of Santa Cruz, County of Santa Cruz, Cabrillo College, City of Watsonville.
Questions? Contact 831-420-5371 or wateradmin@santacruzca.gov.