Lockhart is nestled at the heart of a dynamic labor market. The city's top employers span industries from retail and manufacturing to tech and education, creating a diverse talent pool. Lockhart's proximity to key educational institutions and training centers ensures access to a highly skilled and adaptable workforce. With a variety of local and regional educational opportunities, businesses benefit from a pipeline of talent, from entry-level positions, to specialized, high demand roles. Lockhart is not just a place to work, it's a place to grow, develop, and thrive.
Lockhart's workforce is rooted in strong regional talent, with access to skilled labor across multiple trades.
-Over 845,000 potential employees within a 45-mile radius.
-In Caldwell County there are more than 1,500 trained product workers and only 500 local jobs in the field, leaving nearly 1,000 skilled workers commuting out of county.
-Regionally, more than 13,600 degrees and certifications have been awarded in fields aligned with Lockhart's target industries.
Manufacturing
Welding
Logistics
Construction
Healthcare
LISD - 790
Walmart - 225
Management Training Corp - 175
HEB - 170
Pegasus - 149
The City of Lockhart - 145
RealCold - 100
Fashion Glass & Mirror - 102
Ziegenfelder - 75
First Lockhart National Bank - 57
