Goodwill Omaha Trades Job Fair Oct. 14: Seven Hands-On Sectors Hiring

Published: September 25, 2026 | By LocalJobPage Team

OMAHA, NE — Goodwill Omaha is opening its headquarters on North 72nd Street to a Trades Job Fair on Wednesday, October 14, and the pitch is aimed squarely at people who would rather build, fix, haul or care for something than sit behind a desk. Employers from healthcare, construction, hospitality, transportation, warehouse, manufacturing and plumbing will be in one building for four hours, and the organizer says they are hiring now.

One Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., seven hands-on sectors under one roof. The employer list has not been published yet, so go in with a resume and an open mind rather than a single target.

Ready to search? Skip straight to the trades job links and start now →

📍 At a Glance

Event	Goodwill Omaha Trades Job Fair
Date	Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time	11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location	Goodwill Omaha Headquarters, 4805 N 72nd St., Omaha, NE 68134
Format	In person
Sectors	Healthcare, construction, hospitality, transportation, warehouse, manufacturing, plumbing
Organizer	Goodwill Omaha

🔧 Why a Trades Fair, and Why Now

Omaha's hands-on economy has been busy all year. Data center construction keeps crews working in Sarpy County, food plants run around the clock, and the I-80 logistics corridor always needs drivers and warehouse staff.

A trades fair puts those employers in one room, so you can talk to a construction outfit, a plant and a trucking company in the same hour and compare what each needs from a new hire.

Goodwill Omaha runs employment and job training programs alongside its stores, and this event is one of them. It is not a retailer staffing its own shelves. The fair is built to connect job seekers with outside employers.

⚠️ Read This Before You Go

Three things Goodwill's event page does not say:

No employer roster yet. The page lists industries, not company names. Expect a mix, and don't build your day around one specific employer.
No pay ranges. Nothing on the listing says what the jobs pay. Ask each table directly, and ask whether the rate changes with a license or certification.
Job seeker registration and cost aren't spelled out. The registration form on the page is written for employers taking a table. It does not say whether job seekers need to sign up or pay anything. Confirm with Goodwill Omaha at (402) 231-1966 before you go.

📋 How to Show Up Ready

Trades recruiters ask different questions than office recruiters. Have the answers ready:

Licenses and certifications: CDL class, forklift, OSHA 10 or 30, CNA, any plumbing or electrical apprenticeship hours. Bring copies.
Transportation: a valid driver's license and reliable transportation matter on job sites that move.
Shift availability: nights, weekends, overtime. Write it down. For plant and warehouse roles it often decides who gets the callback.
Ten printed resumes with real dates and at least one reference who has seen you work.

If you're starting from zero in a skilled trade, ask about paid apprenticeships at every table. The Nebraska Department of Labor keeps a list of registered apprenticeship programs that pay you while you learn, and it's worth a look before the fair so you know which names to ask about.

🔎 Start Your Trades Search Before October 14

The fair is one afternoon. These listings are open now, in the same sectors Goodwill is bringing to North 72nd Street. Apply to a few this week and walk in with conversations already started.

Start here:

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the Goodwill Omaha Trades Job Fair?

Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Goodwill Omaha's headquarters, 4805 N 72nd St., Omaha, NE 68134.

Which industries will be hiring?

Goodwill lists healthcare, construction, hospitality, transportation, warehouse, manufacturing and plumbing. Specific employers have not been announced.

Is it free for job seekers?

The event page doesn't say. Call Goodwill Omaha at (402) 231-1966 to confirm cost and whether you need to register.

Do I need trade experience to go?

No experience requirement is listed. Warehouse, hospitality and manufacturing regularly hire at entry level, and it's a good place to ask about apprenticeships.

Are there other Omaha hiring events this fall?

Yes. Heartland Workforce Solutions runs employer spotlights and workshops at its American Job Centers on Ames Avenue and South 24th Street. Our fall Omaha hiring events guide tracks them.

Put Your Name in Front of Omaha Employers

A table at a job fair is four hours. A profile keeps working after the room empties out. Create your free job seeker account, then browse every open job across the Omaha metro.

Employers: hiring for the trades and missed the table? Post your openings here and reach Omaha job seekers directly.