Permian Basin Workforce Development Board

Second Chance Job Fair - Midland
2026-02-25 09:00 - 12:30 UTC | Cogdell Learning Center – Midland College, 201 W. Florida Ave., Midland, TX, 79701, United States
We are pleased to invite you to participate as an employer in our Second Chance Job Fair, taking place at Midland College, Cogdell Learning Center on Wednesday, February 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This event is designed to connect employers with individuals in the second chance community who are seeking meaningful employment opportunities. If your organization is willing to provide these opportunities, we would be honored to have you join us. The event is open to the public.
Space is limited for employers, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible.
If you are interested in participating, please register using the link below:
Employers Register here: Workforce Solutions Permian Basin Job Fairs – Employer Registration – Fill out form
If you are an agency that provides services to individuals seeking a second chance in the workforce, please share this event with those you serve to help connect them with career opportunities!
We look forward to your participation and hope to see you there.
For more information, please contact Diana Meza at diana.meza@workforcepb.org or 432-367-1441.

Permian Basin Workforce Board Child Care Committee Meeting
2026-02-18 13:30 - 14:30 | TX
The Permian Basin Workforce Board Child Care Committee will meet Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 1:30 pm. The meeting will be virtual. Interested parties wishing to attend the meeting are to call 432.563.5239 to request a TEAMS invitation.

Fort Stockton Job Fair
2026-02-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Fort Stockton Workforce Solutions Office, 461 South Hwy. 285, Fort Stockton, 79735

PBWDB February 11, 2026 Meeting
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Atmos Energy Community Room, 2304 Loop 40, Midland, 79706
The Permian Basin Workforce Development Board is hosting their in-person February Board Meeting at The Atmos Community Room. For more information call 432-563-5239.

Texas Conference for Employers
2026-02-06 07:30 - 16:30 | Hotel Settles, 200 E. 3rd. St., Big Spring, TX, 200 E. 3rd. St, Big Spring, TX, 79720, United States
Learn About Employment Law. Join speakers who will guide you through employment law topics and answer your questions.

Data Center Virtual Career Fair
2026-01-29 11:00 - 16:00 | TX
This isn’t your typical career fair – this is a cross regional, and cross system event that brings together employers, educators, and workforce leaders to strengthen the talent systems that keep our digital world running.
Who this is for
This free, virtual career fair is designed for people in skilled trades and other roles that support data centers and the broader digital infrastructure that keeps Texas – and the world – running. Ideal attendees have experience in areas such as:​

Construction or general contracting​;
HVAC or refrigeration;
Electrical work or power systems;
Manufacturing or industrial maintenance;
IT support, networking, or help desk;
Facilities, building operations, or plant maintenance.

If you have kept machines, buildings, or systems safe, reliable, and efficient, you are encouraged to attend.​
What to expect
At this event, you can:

Learn how your current trade and/or tech skills transfer directly into the data centers world.
Meet employers hiring for mechanical, electrical, IT, and facilities roles.
Explore training and credential programs offered by colleges and workforce partners that help you “skill up” for these jobs​.
Connect with employers who may be hiring directly from the event—come prepared to talk about your experience.

How it works
This is a free, online event you can join from your phone, tablet, or computer. The platform is designed to work even with limited internet speeds. You can:​

Upload your resume to employer booths before the event.
Talk with employers in 1:1 virtual conversations, with or without using your camera.

Event details and host

Format: Free virtual career fair focused on data center and related roles in Texas
Cost: Free for all participants
Hosted by: Education Design Lab on behalf of the Texas Flywheel Initiative, which is working to connect Texans to digital infrastructure careers​.

Discover how your trade and/or tech skills can power Texas’ digital future. https://app.careerfairplus.com/edl_us
If you have any questions, please contact us at: TXDigitalEconomy@EdDesignLab.org

US Census Bureau Hiring Event
2026-01-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Fort Stockton Workforce Solutions Office, 461 South Hwy. 285, Fort Stockton, 79735

Permian Basin Workforce Board Child Care Committee Meeting
2026-01-21 13:30 - 14:30 | TX
The Permian Basin Workforce Board Child Care Committee will meet Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30 pm. The meeting will be virtual. Interested parties wishing to attend the meeting are to call 432.563.5239 to request a TEAMS invitation.

US Census Bureau Hiring Event
2026-01-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Pecos Workforce Solutons Office, 1000 South Eddy Street, Pecos, TX, 79772, United States

Big Spring Job Fair
2026-01-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Big Spring Workforce Solutions Office, 1001 Birdwell Ln,, Big Spring, 79720

Second Chance Job Fair - Odessa
2026-01-15 10:00 - 14:00 | American Legion, 2701 E. 8th St, Odessa, TX

PBWDB January 14, 2026 Meeting
2026-01-14 10:00 - 23:00 | Atmos Energy Community Room, 2304 Loop 40, Midland, 79706
The Permian Basin Workforce Development Board is hosting their in-person January Board Meeting at The Atmos Community Room. For more information call 432-563-5239.

Holiday Hiring Event
2025-12-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Cogdell Learning Center – Midland College, 201 W. Florida Ave., Midland, TX, 79701, United States
Employers will be onsite ready to meet YOU — no appointment needed.

Permian Basin Workforce Board Child Care Committee Meeting
2025-11-19 13:30 - 14:30 | TX
The Permian Basin Workforce Board Child Care Committee will meet Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 1:30 pm. The meeting will be virtual. Interested parties wishing to attend the meeting are to call 432.563.5239 to request a TEAMS invitation.

PBWDB November Meeting
2025-11-12 10:00 - 11:15 | Atmos Energy Community Room, 2304 Loop 40, Midland, 79706
The Permian Basin Workforce Development Board is hosting their November Board Meeting in-person at The Atmos Community Room. For more information call 432-563-5239.

Hiring Red, White and You!
2025-11-11 15:00 - 19:00 | TX
The Permian Basin Workforce Development Board is hosting this initiative in coordination with Odessa College. The event is sponsored by the Office of the Governor, Texas Medical Center, and the Texas Veterans Commission. This is a powerful opportunity to connect with veterans and their families across the Permian Basin.
This year’s hiring event will take place at Odessa College on November 11, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
Job Seekers can register HERE.
Employers can reserve a table HERE.

Child Care Committee Meeting
2025-10-15 13:30 - 14:30 | TX
The Permian Basin Workforce Board Child Care Committee will meet Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 1:30 pm. The meeting will be virtual. Interested parties wishing to attend the meeting are to call 432.563.5239 to request a TEAMS invitation.

October Board Meeting
2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Atmos Energy Conference Room, 2304 TX-40 Loop, Midland, 79706
The Permian Basin Workforce Development Board is hosting their October Board Meeting in-person at The Atmos Community Room. For more information call 432-563-5239.

Odessa Hiring Fair
2025-09-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Odessa Workforce Solutions Office, 2626 JBS Parkway, Bldg. D, Odessa, 79761
Join us for an in-person hiring event. Job Seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a wide range of employers from various industries. For more information call or stop by the Odessa Office, 432.367.3332.

Pecos Hiring Fair
2025-09-17 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Pecos Workforce Solutons Office, 1000 South Eddy Street, Pecos, TX, 79772, United States
Join us for an in-person hiring event. Job Seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a wide range of employers from various industries. For more information call Maribel Guerra at 432.445.9664.

Big Spring Hiring Fair
2025-09-10 10:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-17 10:00 - 13:30 | Big Spring Workforce Solutions Office, 1001 Birdwell Ln,, Big Spring, 79720
Join us for an in-person hiring event. Job Seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a wide range of employers from various industries. For more information call Casey Chavez 432-263-8373.

PBWDB September Board Meeting
2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Atmos Energy Community Room, 2304 Loop 40, Midland, 79706
The Permian Basin Workforce Development Board is hosting their September Board Meeting in-person at The Atmos Community Room. For more information call 432-563-5239.

Odessa Hiring Fair
2025-07-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Odessa Workforce Solutions Office, 2626 JBS Parkway, Bldg. D, Odessa, 79761
Join us for an in-person hiring event. Job Seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a wide range of employers from various industries. For more information call the Odessa Office at 432-367-3332.

PBWDB June Board Meeting
2025-06-11 10:00 - 11:15 | Atmos Energy Conference Room, 2304 TX-40 Loop, Midland, 79706
The Permian Basin Workforce Development Board is hosting their June Board Meeting in-person at The Atmos Community Room. For more information call 432-563-5239.

Odessa Hiring Fair
2025-05-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Odessa Workforce Solutions Office, 2626 JBS Parkway, Bldg. D, Odessa, 79761
Join us for an in-person hiring event. Job Seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a wide range of employers from various industries. For more information call Ashley Larremore 432-367-3332.

PBWDB May Meeting
2025-05-14 10:00 - 11:15 | Region 18 Education Service Center, 2811 La Force Blvd, Midland, TX, 79706, United States
The Permian Basin Workforce Development Board is hosting their May Board Meeting. The meeting is in-person at the Region 18 ESC Theater Room. For more information call 432-563-5239.

Fort Stockton Job Fair
2025-04-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Fort Stockton Workforce Solutions Office, 461 South Hwy. 285, Fort Stockton, 79735
Join us for an in-person hiring event. Job Seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a wide range of employers from various industries. For more information call Martha Diab 432-336-6382.

Child Care Committee Meeting
2025-04-17 13:30 - 14:30 | TX
The Permian Basin Workforce Board Child Care Committee will meet April 17, 2025, from 1:30 to 2:30 pm. Individuals interested in attending this virtual meeting may contact PBWDB at 432.563.5239 to request an invitation to the meeting.
