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Fairmont, West Virginia Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (9% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 20% from the last 14 days)
  • Net hiring is positive (+4 this week — 4 added vs 0 removed)

Fairmont, West Virginia job market overview (May 2026)

The Fairmont, West Virginia job market is currently cooling, with signs of slowing hiring activity. Out of 55 active job postings tracked here, 40% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in store supervisor / manager and retail associate, with food service / restaurants as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect longer response times from employers — many roles sit open for over a month.
  • Best opportunities are in store supervisor / manager and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Fairmont, West Virginia job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Fairmont, West Virginia.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager9
  • Retail Associate7
  • Delivery Driver5
  • Server / Host4
  • Crew / Cashier3
  • Pharmacy3

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Fast Food and Counter Workers4
  • Managers, All Other3
  • Light Truck Drivers3
  • Retail Salespersons2
  • Pharmacists1
  • Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants24
  • Retail23
  • Consumer Goods5
  • Professional Services4
  • Healthcare3
  • Telecommunications2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified49 · 89%
  • Part-time6 · 11%

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