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Thank you to all the and professionals globally for all you do to support your companies. Locally, I want to thank the entire Wrench Group national team for your endless commitment to our candidates! Please click on the link to learn more and hear directly from some of our Recruiters on why they love what they do!

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Growing the people who grow the business is crucial to a company's success. Read how Wrench Group's own Julie Anderson shares her perspective with ACHR News Magazine and see how you can become a leader in the

How Companies Can Provide Clear Paths to Leadership in the Skilled Trades The need for future generations to step up into leadership roles is particularly acute in the skilled trades.

Since day one, Wrench Group has tapped into a key approach to growth: find companies with winning cultures that align with our values. Since day one, we have been able to find these like-minded brands and develop a nationwide presence of excellent home services companies founded on strong cultures.

Congratulations🥇to the Wrench Group National Team 2nd Quarter Regional Recruiting Winners. This team led the way, along with their 32 colleagues, to ensure our partner locations are 100%+ staffed to take care of customers during the peak season.

Cheryl Harvey-Regional Manager, Wrench Group
Kara Hoffpauir-Lead Recruiter, Coolray Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
Julie Nelson-Senior Recruiter, Service Champions - Northern CA Heating and Air
Courtney Percell-Senior Recruiter, Parker & Sons
Tiffany Allison-Senior Recruiter, CoolToday
Mandi Vock-Lead Recruiter, Boothe's Heating, Air, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical

For some, recruiting and retention issues in the trades are just "the nature of the business." However, for Wrench Group Vice President of Recruiting, Julie Anderson that is not an excuse. Check out Julie's approach to tackling an industry-wide issue in her op-ed piece for Manage HR Magazine and you'll see why she's such a valuable member of Wrench Group.

Winning the War for Skilled Trades Talent with Strategic Recruiting and Candidate Marketing Winning the War for Skilled Trades Talent with Strategic Recruiting and Candidate Marketing By Julie Anderson, Vice President of Recruiting, Wrench Group - We’ve been hearing about The Great Resignation and “Quiet Quitting” for two years now, and for good reason

Meet one of the faces behind our ongoing recruiting effort, Lena Smith. It is people like Lena who have helped Wrench Group and our locations grow not only our employee base, but our culture is well. It pays to find great people and we are happy to have Lena in the Wrench family.

It is still perplexing that media outlets, schools, and politicians are not shouting daily: "The Skilled Trades is a GREAT Option." Not only is💰 the draw but also it's a respectable career choice, offers great work/life flexibility, is "recession proof," is debtless, and positively impacts human life daily, especially in this ☀️🔥! So let's beat the 🥁 for all the tradesmen and tradeswomen who will keep you cool this holiday weekend!

In honor of National Recruiter Day, we're recognizing our team of recruiters who work hard across our Wrench Group locations. Ever since we prioritized giving each location a dedicated recruiter in 2021, we've noticed a huge increase in revenue-generating hires and customer satisfaction. Check the link below to learn more about our successful recruitment initiative.

Wrench Group Honors National Recruiter Day - Wrench Group In honor of National Recruiter Day, May 30, Wrench Group would like to take the opportunity to recognize the 37 recruiters working across its family of companies nationwide, who have played an integral role in our growth and success. The team was assembled as part...

Great insight into Wrench Group and the impact our CEO, Ken Haines has had on the industry.

The 4 Core Principles of Leadership to Create Stellar Growth in Your Business What’s the secret behind the second-largest non-franchised home services company in the United States?According to its CEO, Ken Haines, it’s the four core pr...

We are thrilled to welcome Robert Grant to the Wrench Group Recruiting Team. Robbie brings his talents to the Williams Comfort Air family of brands to source, recruit and hire great and to the team. He has over 5 years recruiting experience so we know he will have a great impact finding in the Midwest markets of IN, OH and KY their next careers! Welcome, Robbie!

Wrench Group is thrilled to welcome Michele Helget to the National Recruiting Team! Michele began her career in retail, transitioned to recruiting in 2019, and now brings her passion for finding talent to our partner location, Collins Comfort Masters Air Conditioning and Heating Contractor. She looks forward to helping and find new careers in the Tempe market. Welcome, Michele.

We are thrilled to welcome Jackie Hottmann to the Wrench Group National Recruiting Team. Jackie will be working hard to find qualified talent to work on the critical behind-the-scenes office team for Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical. She comes to us after spending 4 years in the classroom teaching but wanted to pursue her career goal of being in an HR role. We are indeed fortunate to get to make that happen! Welcome, Jackie!

We’re thrilled to announce that Coolray Heating & Air ConditioningCoolray has expanded to Birmingham, marking the first Wrench Group family location in Alabama.
For your family’s air conditioning, heating, plumbing, or electrical needs, visit coolray.com to schedule an appointment!

Kyle Donovan, at Donovan Heat, Air & Electric, speaks to the benefits of working in the trades industry including flexibility to have control over your future.

Welcome to the Wrench Group National Recruiting Team Yessica Caballero. Yessica will be the Parker & Sons Junior Recruiter dedicating her 2 years of recruiting experience to source office and field talent! She will also ensure all of our candidates have the best journey through the interviewing and onboarding experience! Welcome, Yessica!

Happy ! We hope you and your loved ones have a safe and fun celebration!

Rene Ybarra at Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electricals loves to be part of a company that shows it really cares about the people it employs.

Welcome to the Wrench Group National Recruiting Team Justinie Velez! Justine will be sourcing talent for our office and field teams at CoolToday. She brings a passion to help change their lives by helping them find a new . Welcome Justinie!

Isaiah Brewer, who was most recently promoted to HVAC Service Technician at Boothe's Heating/Air & Plumbing, has experienced firsthand their devotion to helping all their employees grow.

Spark a new career in the electrical industry in just a few steps!

We are thrilled to welcome James Brown to the Wrench Group National Recruiting Team. James will be working with our incredible team at Plumbline Services, Inc finding talent in the greater market. He brings over 15 years of Recruiting experience to the civilian world after serving over 10 years in the US Navy. James has grit, determination and laser focus to help and find their future careers! Welcome, James.

Why should you consider a career in the trades? Ask Service Champions - Northern CA Heating and Air's Kevin Savinon!

Let’s see which trade is keeping up with the most! Comment what discipline you work in!

Samantha D. Robertson at Parker & Sons loves her career because she is able to empower people in her community and inspire those around her.

What kind of music do you listen to get in the zone on the way to work?

Andrea Arzadum at Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical changed careers within the trades because she is a lifelong learner and constantly challenging herself. Thank you Andrea for the culture you have created and the support you give to incoming and current technicians!

According to Indeed.com, HVAC technician, plumber, and electrician jobs were all listed in the top 5 of the highest paying trades jobs! Visit https://www.wrenchgroup.com/employees/ to get started earning in the trades today!
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/highest-paying-trade-jobs

12 of the Highest-Paying Trade Jobs | Indeed.com Review a list of 12 high-paying trade jobs to consider, along with average salaries, job descriptions and companies hiring for each.

Read Julie Anderson's oped in The ACHR NEWS and see why adding someone to your team is about more than just their qualifications - it’s about adding a member to your family and value to your brand. https://www.achrnews.com/articles/146568-dont-forget-soft-skills-when-hiring-in-the-trades

Isaiah Brewer has been with Boothe's Heating/Air & Plumbing since October 2021. He was recently promoted to Service Technician and moved into his own truck on June 1st. Congratulations Isaiah for your accomplishments at Boothe’s. We are excited to see your growth in the years to come!