Utilities

Keeping the candidates flowing

The Utilities industry will be facing many ups and downs in the coming years. Employment is set to increase in the water and sewage systems industries, while slowing down in electric utilities and natural gas distribution services. These changes, along with the increased competition brought about by legislative changes, will impact the recruitment of talent into this field.

In addition, this sector will face a new challenge, one that every industry will face to some degree in the future, but it will be particularly felt here--aging of the workforce. According to the United Telecom Council, nearly one-half of the utility workforce is over the age of 45. As these workers retire, they'll create many new job opportunities, but they'll also leave behind a gap in experience and knowledge. Companies will need to be prepared with solid plans to retain older workers and recruit new talent.

But no matter how this industry twists and turns, Hodes will be there every step of the way. Whether it's creating internal mobility and mentorship programs to minimize the loss of experience and knowledge, or designing compelling campaigns to attract candidates to a career that includes unpredictable overtime during demand peaks and the repairing of storm and accident damage. We'll provide the strategies and solutions our clients need to find the right talent for the job.

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