Kentucky State Fair hiring workers for August festival

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The Kentucky State Fair is hiring workers for next month’s festival in Louisville.

News outlets reported that the fair is hiring workers for dozens of roles including admission, traffic control, guest services, operations, maintenance, outdoor cleanup and housekeeping.

Morning, day, evening and overnight shifts that include indoor and outdoor work are available, the fair said in a news release.

The fair runs from Aug. 18 through Aug. 28 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. Hiring will take place through Aug. 28.

Pay ranges from $11 to $13.50 per hour, and can be $16 to $20.25 during overtime. Those who apply must be at least 18 years old and have a photo identification and social security card.

Those interested can apply on the fair’s website and by calling the fair’s human resources department. Applicants can also visit the exposition center for hiring from Wednesday through Friday.