ORLANDO, Fla. — Beyond the travel impact, Spirit’s closure has left nearly 800 people immediately out of work in Central Florida.
While Orlando-based pilots may have a relatively easy time finding new work — the profession continues to struggle with a massive shortage — flight attendants, ground staff and gate agents are faced with a tougher job market.
CareerSource Central Florida is hosting two job assistance fairs this week for former Spirit Airlines employees.
The first is on Tuesday, May 5, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the organization’s career center at 5784 South Semoran Boulevard in Orlando.
It will offer resume assistance, career counseling and other resources.
A second career assistance event will be held on Wednesday, May 6, at the same location and runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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