Retail chains are hiring now for the holidays

(Francisco Kjolseth | Tribune file photo) Retailers with locations in Utah, such as Macy's in City Creek Center, have announced plans for seasonal hiring for the 2019 holiday shopping season.Major retailers in Utah are gearing up for the holidays, which means they’re hiring.

Several businesses in the state have announced plans to add seasonal workers for the holiday season, when an estimated 20 percent of the year’s retail sales are made, according to the National Retail Federation.

Macy’s is planning a “hiring event” on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at locations nationwide. Three of those are in Utah: City Creek Center in downtown Salt Lake City; Fashion Place in Murray; and The…