Workforce Solutions is pleased to partner with the Texas Veterans Network powered by Combined Arms, Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Veterans Commission, and the Texas Medical Center to celebrate the contributions of military veterans and their families in service to our country, and as highly valued members of the civilian workforce.
Hiring Red, White & You is a major hiring event you can’t miss. The invitation is open to veterans, transitioning service members, military families, and qualified job seekers. Join us Monday, November 10, 2025, at NRG Arena.
Get to know some of the more than 100 local employers hiring that you will meet:
1. Elevator Constructors Local 31
Houston-based Elevator Constructors (IUEC) Local 31, represents and trains elevator constructors who install, maintain, and repair elevators, escalators, and other vertical transportation systems.
A key part of the IUEC Local 31 mission is to ensure that members have the training and equipment needed to work safely.
For more information, check their website here.
2. Heat & Frost Insulators Local 22
Heat & Frost Insulators Local 22 is a union representing mechanical insulation professionals in the Houston and Golden Triangle area. Some positions require mechanical insulation and firestop systems installation in commercial and industrial facilities.
It provides job placement, training through an apprenticeship program, and benefits to its members.
For more information, check their website here.
3. Helmets 2 Hardhats
Helmets 2 Hardhats (H2H) is a nonprofit joint labor-management driven entity, whose mission is to connect Veterans with quality career opportunities in the construction industry.
They offer good wages and benefits as an apprentice and help transfer military personnel into civilian careers.
For more information, check their website here.
4. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union 716
Proudly, the oldest and largest union dedicated to electrical workers in the U.S., The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local Union 716 is a labor union that represents electricians in the Houston Gulf Coast Area, offering training, benefits, and job opportunities for its members.
For more information, check their website here.
5. International Union of Painters and Allied Trades
The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) is a labor union that represents workers in the finishing trades across the United States and Canada. Its members include industrial and commercial painters, drywall finishers, glaziers, floor installers, sign and display workers, and trade show decorators.
The organization provides training, benefits, a pension and more.
For more information, check their website here.
6. Laborers Local 350
Texas-based Laborers Local 350, is a labor union affiliated with the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) that represents workers in general construction, pipeline, and demolition.
Laborers Local 350 advocates for fair wages, safe working conditions, and benefits for its members.
For more information, check their website here.
7. Operating Engineers Local 450
A labor union that represents and provides a skilled workforce of heavy equipment operators, crane operators, and mechanics in the commercial, industrial, and pipeline industries in Southeast Texas.
It offers apprenticeship and training programs to its members, which include on-the-job training and certifications.
For more information, check their website here.
8. Pipefitters Local 211
Houston-based Pipefitters Local 211 is a union that represents members working in the piping and welding trades, including pipefitting, welding, and HVAC-R.
It provides training programs, such as a five-year apprenticeship, for both new and experienced members.
For more information, check their website here.
9. Plumbers Local 68
While advocating for worker rights and safety, Plumbers Local Union 68 is a United Association union that represents licensed plumbers and apprentices in the greater Houston, Texas area, including 62 surrounding counties.
It provides its members with high wages, benefits, and extensive training opportunities through a debt-free apprenticeship program.
For more information, check their website here.
10. Lupe Tortilla
Founded in Houston, Lupe Tortilla is a popular Tex-Mex restaurant chain focused on delivering a great dining experience with a welcoming atmosphere.
Lupe Tortilla offers potential benefits like health insurance, employee discounts, and opportunities for advancement.
For more information, check their website here.
These are just a few of the wide range of opportunities you will find at Red, White & You. Each organization is committed to supporting veterans and military families with meaningful career paths, competitive benefits, and room to grow.
You can see the full list of employers here.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with top employers and advance your career. Register for Red, White & You today to secure your spot and access career resources.
