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Cargo Master
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So, I went in for the first assessment for Aerotek today, and I passed. I have the second scheduled for Friday. I'll let you guys know how it goes. I haven't been active here. Been busy with work and stuff.
Cargo Master
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It was a computer-based assessment based on personality, mathematics, and other skills. They were able to access the results immediately upon completion. They told me that I passed and scheduled me for the next assessment, which I gather is like a work simulation assessment. That one will take all day, lol. I guess they simulate the boredom of line work.
I'll keep you guys updated.
I'll keep you guys updated.
Cargo Master
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Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2005
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From: Vale, NC
It was a computer-based assessment based on personality, mathematics, and other skills. They were able to access the results immediately upon completion. They told me that I passed and scheduled me for the next assessment, which I gather is like a work simulation assessment. That one will take all day, lol. I guess they simulate the boredom of line work.
I'll keep you guys updated.
I'll keep you guys updated.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2005
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From: Vale, NC
'Cause there are too many people that won't work once they get the job!!! There's big money in assessments to see if you fit the profile of the job employers are looking for. They did a study at Marriott that showed they spend about $1500 just to hire and train a bellman. If they leave 3 weeks later it's right down the drain. Even the Pilot Truck stops have a 100+ question test embedded in their application process to become a cashier. Employers want to make sure you are the right fit and hiring is generally less than 50% "win" rate on finding a good employee. People just don't work like they used.... said as I am on the clock checking FTE!!! Ugh... At least I'm just listening to a customer prattle on.
Hotshot
Joined: Oct 2003
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From: Ashland City, TN
'Cause there are too many people that won't work once they get the job!!! There's big money in assessments to see if you fit the profile of the job employers are looking for. They did a study at Marriott that showed they spend about $1500 just to hire and train a bellman. If they leave 3 weeks later it's right down the drain. Even the Pilot Truck stops have a 100+ question test embedded in their application process to become a cashier. Employers want to make sure you are the right fit and hiring is generally less than 50% "win" rate on finding a good employee. People just don't work like they used.... said as I am on the clock checking FTE!!! Ugh... At least I'm just listening to a customer prattle on.
The manager of a local store here told me they would be hiring in January/Febuary. So I applied with a resume before they even put up the sign.
Never got a call. And I handed my application directly to her.
It's just a store like TSC.
I have more farm experience than anyone in the store, already know where all the products are, and on top of that have inventory management skills as well as customer service and sales experience for many different area's.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2005
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From: Vale, NC
It pisses me off because I apply for these jobs and don't even get to any "assessments" or what not, but check back 2 weeks later after they have hired somebody and they are again hiring somebody because that other person quit or couldn't hack it when I'm either qualified or overqualified for the job.
The manager of a local store here told me they would be hiring in January/Febuary. So I applied with a resume before they even put up the sign.
Never got a call. And I handed my application directly to her.
It's just a store like TSC.
I have more farm experience than anyone in the store, already know where all the products are, and on top of that have inventory management skills as well as customer service and sales experience for many different area's.
The manager of a local store here told me they would be hiring in January/Febuary. So I applied with a resume before they even put up the sign.
Never got a call. And I handed my application directly to her.
It's just a store like TSC.
I have more farm experience than anyone in the store, already know where all the products are, and on top of that have inventory management skills as well as customer service and sales experience for many different area's.
Hotshot
Joined: Oct 2003
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From: Ashland City, TN
Today everything is about credentials. So you need to see what types of credentials are recognized in your area. If you are in TN call the local workforce board and ask what types of credentials employers are asking for in your area. Many times they are free to get because it makes the workforce board look good to employers who then help fund their activities. You might also consider several other sources for resume review, etc. The LDS Church usually has an employment center and they do outstanding classes/seminars on workplace/resume/interviewing skills. You can also pay for some and the workforce board will offer some as well. It's definitely frustrating, but there is a huge amount of "underground" information that can help, the Feds just do a terrible job of making it available to the average person.
Basically, they wouldn't get me a warehouse job because I was over educated and overqualified.
Cargo Master
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They have van chassis (not sure what the plural is for that) sitting there for you to pretend-work on, they have a pretend welding station, pretend circuit board work, and this wall where I'll move weights from one peg to another. I take it that each stage is two hours, to simulate the four two-hour quarters that I would be doing on the actual production line.
After that, if I pass, I'll have an interview, then an all-day physical that's really thorough. Then, if everything checks out with that, I'll get a job offer pending a hair follicle drug screen.