Dollar Tree to hold career fair — virtually

Dollar Tree and its Family Dollar unit are holding a virtual career fair to fill some 1,300 positions in its growing distribution center network.

The job fair, which is for full- and part-time roles available within the discount retailer’s 26 U.S. distribution centers, will be held on Wednesday, July 29, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time. Positions include management, as well as full- and part-time order fillers, equipment operators and warehouse associates.

Candidates will virtually meet members from human resources and operations at their selected distribution centers, including the company’s Rosenberg, Texas facility that recently began operations, along with its new location in Ocala, Florida, scheduled to open later this year.

“We are proud to host a virtual event so candidates can safely interview for various roles at our distribution centers across the country,” stated Michael Lech, chief logistics officer. “Due to our continued growth and heading into peak season, we are seeking approximately 1,300 dedicated individuals to join our distribution network, which plays an integral role in providing our more than 15,000 stores with essential products, at great values, for our customers.”

Dollar Tree, operated 15,370 stores across 48 states and five Canadian provinces as of May 2, 2020, under Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and Dollar Tree Canada banners.