The Hunter for Technicians & Leaders - December 2017

In This Issue

Keep Up Your Job Hunt Over the Holidays - Here's Why

Orion hire Daniel Canizales speaks to KXAN-TV about his new career in the Homebuilding Industry

We've Moved - Introducing our new blog, Orion Insights

Podcast Series for Job Seekers

Exclusive Opportunities Through Orion

According to Your Peers

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

Meet our Newest Orion Alumni

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Companies Recently Hiring

Connect with Orion Online

Keep Up Your Job Hunt Over the Holidays - Here's Why

With the arrival of November, your thoughts may be heading to the holiday season and you may be planning to wind down your career search for the year. It's a common myth that job searching between Thanksgiving and the beginning of the New Year is not worth your time. But, according to this article on Balance.com, if you "buy into this myth about holiday job searching, you are losing one of the better job searching seasons of the year." Author Susan M. Heathfield explains that the holidays bring reduced job seeker competition and easier access to decision makers.

There are many reasons why job hunting during the holidays is advisable. Among the reasons Heathfield lists are:

Heathfield advises that job seekers should continue their search despite the date on the calendar. They should schedule time to work on their job search, be in touch with their recruiter, and work on interviewing skills just like they would any other time of year. Job seekers should also continue to check online job boards, company websites, and social media for new jobs.

Orion’s job board is constantly being updated with positions available all over the nation. Networking, even during the holidays, continues to be important, as well. Finally, job seekers might consider sending holiday cards as thank-you notes to managers with whom they have recently interviewed.

The holidays are one of the better job searching seasons of the year. And sitting complacently by from November to January does nothing but hinder your job search. So remember, just because holiday season will soon be here, doesn’t mean your job search should not be in high gear.

Click here to read Heathfield's article.

Orion hire Daniel Canizales speaks to KXAN-TV about his new career in the Homebuilding Industry

In July of this year, KXAN-TV, an NBC affiliate in Austin, Texas, reported on a growing workforce shortage in the homebuilding industry amidst a boom in the industry. Orion is proud to be a part of the solution to this problem, as Veterans are a natural fit for homebuilding, and companies are actively seeking to hire military to help alleviate the workforce crunch felt as the demand for new homes increases.

Daniel Canizales separated from the Navy earlier this year and accepted a position in Land Acquisition with RSI Communities in Austin, through Orion Talent. Last week, Canizales spoke with KXAN on his transition into the Homebuilding industry and noted that the leadership skills, discipline, mission planning, and ability to successfully work in a team environment, all gained while serving in the Navy, have given him a strong foundation from which to build his career within the industry. Watch the video and read the article now. We wish all the best to Daniel as he continues to grow in his career at RSI Communities!

Are you interested in a career in homebuilding? Please visit our Job Search to check out a few of the positions we are currently recruiting for in Homebuilding and Construction.

We've Moved - Introducing our new blog, Orion Insights

The Orion Talent team is pleased to announce the launch of our new blog, Orion Insights. We are proud to have been your trusted source for post-military career planning and transition advice since the debut of From the Battlefield to the Boardroom in September 2009. We look forward to continuing to serve you from our new location on the Orion Talent website.

Visit Orion Insights Now

We welcome and appreciate any feedback you may have on improving our blog content and format. If there is a certain topic you would like to see us address on the blog, please contact me at ederoy@oriontalent.com.

We hope you enjoy!

Podcast Series for Job Seekers

Have you tuned in to From the Battlefield to the Boardroom, our series of podcasts dedicated to supporting military job seekers? We have a variety of episodes covering everything from the civilian transition process to valuable insights and guidance from other Veterans and business leaders.

We've recently added new podcasts, including:

18. Overcoming Challenging Interview Questions 

17. Don't Let the Holiday Festivities Slow Down your Career Search

16. Everything You Need to Know About Orion Hiring Conferences

15. Join The Orion Talent Team as a Candidate Recruiter

14. Launch your Post-Military Journey with a Career in Sales

Visit us online to listen to all the episodes! And, if you have any questions about a specific show or recommendations for future topics, please send us an email at podcast@oriontalent.com. Happy listening!

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Exclusive Opportunities Through Orion

Each of these companies are specifically seeking Military Professionals and Veterans for open career opportunities. Click on the logo to learn more about each company and positions for which we are currently hiring.

To learn more about these careers and see even more opportunities, please visit our Featured Jobs page.

According to Your Peers

"My recruiter was awesome throughout the whole hiring process. He was there every step of the way and was there at all times if I had questions. I was definitely grateful to have him as my recruiter." - Sawv Her, Industrial Maintenance Technician

"Orion puts a lot of effort into ensuring veterans can find worthwhile careers. The hiring conference I attended was unlike anything I had ever experienced. They did all the heavy lifting involved with finding companies that can provide job satisfaction to a group of veterans. After the conference, they continuously followed up both with me, as well as with interested employers. I am extremely grateful to have been able to take part. " - Randolph Pennell, Field Engineer

"I heard about Orion Talent from a friend who used your company to get a job as well. I was a Machinery Technician for the Coast Guard for ten years, and my background really helped in getting my current job. My recruiters were very helpful in finding the job and setting up the interview. I am currently an Industrial Mechanic, and thankful to Orion for finding this opportunity.

I have recommended Orion Talent to a few of my buddies who have recently left the military and looking for a new start. Thank you for your help! " - Javier Torres, Maintenance Mechanic

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

If you will be separating from the military and preparing to begin your civilian career within the next 90 days, be sure to attend one of our hiring conferences. After a full day of preparation, you'll interview with hiring managers for only those positions that are a match with your needs and preferences.

Click on any of the conference dates to request more information on the conference you'd like to attend!

West

San Diego, CA December 3-4 - Contact Jim Lewis at jlewis@oriontalent.com or 888-756-7466 x 223 for more information. 

Portland, OR December 10-11 - Contact Quang 'Q' Truong at qtruong@oriontalent.com or 888-756-7466 x 211 for more information. 

Seattle, WA January 11-12 - Contact Quang 'Q' Truong at qtruong@oriontalent.com or 888-756-7466 x 211 for more information. 

San Diego, CA January 21-22 - Contact Jim Lewis at jlewis@oriontalent.com or 888-756-7466 x 223 for more information. 

Northeast

Philadelphia, PA December 3-4 - Contact Leanne Gregory at lgregory@oriontalent.com or 757-998-8520 for more information. 

Parsippany, NJ January 14-15 - Contact Leanne Gregory at lgregory@oriontalent.com or 757-998-8520 for more information. 

South Central

Dallas TX December 3-4 - Contact Doug Bell at dbell@oriontalent.com or 737-209-3361 for more information. 

Houston, TX January 14-15 - Contact Doug Bell at dbell@oriontalent.com or 737-209-3361 for more information. 

Dallas, TX January 18-19 - Contact Doug Bell at dbell@oriontalent.com or 737-209-3361 for more information.

Midwest

Cincinnati, OH December 3-4 - Contact Kerry Miller at kmiller@oriontalent.com or 513-644-3346 for more information. 

Chicago, IL January 14-15 - Contact Kerry Miller at kmiller@oriontalent.com or 513-644-3346 for more information. 

Southeast

Atlanta, GA December 4-5 - Contact Kristin Zimmerman at kzimmerman@oriontalent.com or 984-208-3987 for more information. 

Atlanta, GA January 15-16 - Contact Kristin Zimmerman at kzimmerman@oriontalent.com or 984-208-3987 for more information. 

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

When our Recruiters visit a location near you, it's a chance to get a jump start on your career search, regardless of your ETS date. Our Recruiters will discuss your goals and preferences with you and present a realistic picture of what to expect in your search. You'll get resume advice, interview preparation tips, and much more! Click here or on any of the base visits to receive more information about the base visit you are interested in attending.

Meet our Newest Orion Alumni

Check out these satisfied candidates turned alumni! Congratulations and we wish you all the best in your new career! 

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Did you know that Orion candidates have earned $41,600 in referral bonuses in 2017?

For every job seeker you refer to us who is subsequently placed by Orion, we will give you a $100 gift card to a retailer of your choice!

It's simple - just click here to refer a friend. 30 seconds of your time could be $100 in your pocket!

Companies Recently Hiring

Connect with Orion Online

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