Officials in New York City are ramping up workforce efforts for a major transit infrastructure project, as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) prepares to expand one of the city’s most significant subway developments.
The MTA is hosting a hiring event tied to the second phase of the Second Avenue Subway, a long-anticipated expansion project aimed at improving transit connectivity on Manhattan’s East Side.
The agency approved a $1.9 billion contract last year to advance Phase 2 of the project, which will extend the Q line from 96th Street to 125th Street. The expansion is expected to open to riders by 2032.
As construction activity increases, the MTA is focusing on workforce development to support the project’s labor demands. The upcoming hiring event will provide job seekers with information on union apprenticeship programs, construction training and career pathways tied to the infrastructure sector.
The event is scheduled to take place at 219 East 109th Street, offering attendees direct access to employment opportunities linked to the subway expansion and other public-sector roles.
Minimum qualifications include being at least 18 years old, holding a high school diploma and being eligible to work in the United States. In addition to construction-related roles, participants can explore civil service exam opportunities with agencies including the New York Police Department and the Fire Department of New York.
The hiring push reflects broader industry trends, where large-scale infrastructure investments are increasingly tied to workforce training initiatives aimed at addressing labor shortages and creating long-term career pipelines.
Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway will significantly enhance transit connectivity in Upper Manhattan. The extension will link the Q line with existing subway services, including the 4, 5 and 6 lines, and provide a new connection to Metro-North Railroad.
A new station at 125th Street and Lexington Avenue is expected to serve as a key transit hub, improving access for commuters and reducing congestion across the broader subway network.
The project is part of a decades-long effort to expand transit capacity on Manhattan’s East Side, one of the city’s busiest corridors. Once completed, the extension is expected to enhance mobility, support economic activity and provide improved access to jobs and services for residents.
City officials say the hiring initiative is a critical step in ensuring that local communities benefit directly from the project through job creation and skills development.
Those interested in participating in the hiring event are encouraged to pre-register and attend to learn more about available roles and training opportunities tied to the project.
Originally reported by Nicole Alarcon in Pix 11.
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