The Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency (HIRTA) will offer a free shuttle service to and from the Wednesday, April 3 job fair, scheduled for 3-6 p.m.at the Hotel Pattee in downtown Perry.
“We understand the challenges faced by individuals impacted by the Tyson plant closure,” said Julia Castillo, executive director of HIRTA, “and we are determined to provide support in any way we can.”
Castillo said HIRTA recognizes the importance of transportation in accessing employment opportunities and is providing the free shuttle in order to ensure people can attend the job fair conveniently.
The shuttle route will include stops at Tyson, Northgate Estates and the Trinity Lutheran Church, she said. HIRTA will also accommodate individuals who require traditional door-to-door transportation services, ensuring accessibility for all community members.
In addition to providing transportation, HIRTA will have a resource table at the job fair itself, staffed by a dedicated Bilingual Outreach Coordinator who will provide translation assistance and foster connections with riders, ensuring that language barriers do not impede access to essential resources.
“Our free shuttle service and resource table at the job fair demonstrate our commitment to empowering the Perry community during this transitional period,” Castillo said.
Job fair goers will learn about HIRTA’s services, including the Flex Connect program in Perry and the vanpool program. The vanpool program offers a sustainable and cost-effective transportation solution, benefitting both employers and employees alike. By connecting with employers at the job fair, HIRTA aims to create partnerships that will contribute to Perry’s long-term resilience and sustainability.
For more information about HIRTA’s services and the assistance provided at the job fair, contact Danny Schnathorst at DSchnathorst@RideHIRTA.com.
