Electrician is an occupation growing in demand in Austin, with an average entry level hourly wage of $16.55. To help connect residents interested in the skilled trades, we joined Lone Star Construction Trades Training (Lone Star) to host a five-day, 40-hour...
Updated 12/3/20 As sourced through the Texas Workforce Commission, Austin’s October unemployment rate is the lowest among the Texas major metros at 5.1%. Texas unemployment: 6.7% U.S. unemployment: 6.6% Texas major metro unemployment rates: Dallas/Ft....
As the pandemic continues, the importance of creating safe and nurturing spaces for the children of working parents in Austin becomes more apparent. Many providers have limited resources, but seek to continue offering care. To support them, Workforce Solutions Capital...
Advanced manufacturing is a growing industry in Central Texas. For people who are interested in joining this industry and launching a productive career, Workforce Solutions Capital Area offers the Certified Production Technician program! Seven people participated in...
Join us for National Apprenticeship Week–November 8 -14, 2020! National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is a celebration by leaders in business, labor, education, and other critical partners nationwide, and an opportunity to demonstrate our support for apprenticeship....
Learn a Skill. Master a Trade! Central Texas students and job seekers, join us on Thursday, November 12, from 10am to 4pm for the Trade Up Texas Virtual Career Fair and explore skilled-trade careers. Hosted by Workforce Solutions Capital Area and Workforce Solutions...
