Jobs & Employment

Turlock’s November 4 job fair gives you a chance to speak with employers in person, with interviews and resume help on the program. There is time this weekend to look up openings, put a resume together and decide which employers you want to meet.

The city’s October 30 announcement names Turlock Irrigation District, Sutter Health, United States Cold Storage and Stanislaus State among the participants. The city and Chamber expect more than 50 employers; EDD’s listing says 40-plus. Both list the same date, hours and venue.

The Date, Place and Registration Details

• When: Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Where: New Life Christian Center, 2918 W. Tuolumne Road, Turlock.
• Cost: Free and open to the public.
• Registration: No registration required, according to EDD’s event listing.
• Questions: EDD lists 209-576-6118. The Chamber announcement also lists ASims@turlock.ca.us and 209-668-6031.

Four Employers to Look Up Before Wednesday

The four names in the city’s announcement span several kinds of work. Browse their own employment pages before the fair and save the title of any position that interests you. Ask at the event which openings the representatives are recruiting for.

• Turlock Irrigation District: Its careers page links current openings, salary schedules and career-spotlight videos. TID accepts employment applications online and requires a separate application for each posted position. An employer conversation at the fair does not replace that application.
• Sutter Health: The job search includes clinical and nonclinical categories, with filters for location, schedule and shift. Check the worksite on the actual listing, especially if your search includes Modesto or other nearby communities.
• United States Cold Storage: The company’s careers page links external opportunities separately from openings for existing employees. Use the external listings if you do not already work there, and check the facility location.
• Stanislaus State: The university separates staff, faculty and student opportunities. Choose the appropriate section rather than assuming every campus opening has the same application process.

Bring a Resume and a Short Introduction

Bring several printed copies of your resume and check your phone number and email address before printing. Keep a copy on your phone too, so you can refer to it or send it if an employer asks.

The Connecticut Department of Labor’s job fair preparation guide recommends practicing a 20-second introduction focused on your skills and experience. Say what kind of work you want and give one example of something you have done well. A concrete responsibility, such as training a coworker, keeping records or solving a customer problem, gives a recruiter something to ask you about.

Before you go, write down the hours you can reliably work and how far you can travel. If you are changing fields, identify which parts of your previous work could transfer. You do not need to recite your entire work history at every table.

Ask About the Worksite and the Next Step

Start with three practical questions: Where would I work? Which shifts are available? How do I apply and follow up? The answers can help you decide where to spend more time.

Ask whether an opening is permanent, seasonal or temporary, and what training or credentials it requires. If you have already applied online, bring the job title or reference number so the representative knows which position you mean. If the fit looks promising, ask what happens after the fair and who should receive a follow-up.

Make Time to Follow Up

Take a note after each conversation: the position, application link, contact person and any deadline mentioned. Follow the instructions the employer gives you. A short follow-up that names the position and refers to your conversation is easier to act on than a general request for any available job.

More Help With Skills and Applications

EDD’s workshops calendar lists local and virtual sessions on resumes, interviews and CalJOBS. Check each session’s registration instructions; the fair’s walk-in arrangement does not apply to every workshop.

Fresno State RISE, formerly Parent University, offers professional development and digital-literacy courses for high school students and adults. Subjects include resume development, interviewing, basic device use and Google Workspace. For the next available class session, call 559-278-0719 or text 559-554-2532.

Taking the bus? Our Turlock Transit guide explains routes, fares and a first ride. Check both the trip to the fair and the trip home. For more local employment and commuting resources, see the Turlock FAQ.