Sprint announced it is hiring nearly 100 workers for its contact center in Orlando, Fla.  The company was slated to host an on-site hiring event at the center Tuesday. Interested parties can also apply online.

According to the company, the new hires will be offered competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental 401(k), performance bonuses, free use of an on-site fitness center, and participation in Sprint’s employee wireless phone program.

“These are increasingly difficult times for job-seekers throughout the country, so Sprint is thrilled to be able to provide career opportunities for many families in Orlando and the surrounding areas,” said Susan Jones, director of the Sprint Orlando Contact Center. “We are exceptionally pleased that we’re also able to positively impact the local economy while servicing our customers with talented and qualified working professionals from this area.”

Those interested in the positions can complete an online application at www.sprint.com/callcenterjobs for immediate consideration.