The Hunter - April 2019
Monday, April 1, 2019
In this Issue
Franchise Opportunities with Precision Playgrounds
Veteran Spotlight: Elison Talabong
Military Officers Connect with Civilian Careers at Orion’s Distinguished Candidate Conferences
Virtually Interview for your Next Career through Orion Talent
Keep Your Resume Up to Date in our Database
Exclusive Opportunities Through Orion
Podcast Series for Job Seekers
Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion
Franchise Opportunities with Precision Playgrounds
Orion has recently partnered with Precision Playgrounds, a leading installer of commercial playgrounds, and sports and recreation equipment. Since 2002, Precision Playgrounds has installed thousands of playgrounds nationwide.
Known for its consistency, professionalism, attention to detail and a high level of customer service, Precision Playgrounds is rapidly expanding and is seeking entrepreneurial transitioning and former service members to join its team as Franchisees. The company began franchising its operations in 2008 and currently has more than 20 franchises in 34 states.
Precision Playgrounds’ Franchisees are dedicated and hard-working business owners who have a strict eye for detail. As a Franchisee, you are responsible for building and hiring your own team, managing your own budget, and taking on projects across the country. As a business owner, your salary is determined by how much business you take on and how well you manage your budget. The average Franchisee takes home between $120,000-$150,000 in their first year, with top performers taking home well over $200,000 in their first full year on the job.
Stacey Pyle, Director of Operations at Precision Playgrounds, recently attended an Orion Hiring Conference to speak with attending veterans about the company’s Franchise opportunities. “We have 21 Franchisees and plan to hire 10 more this year. We hired four people through Orion last year,” Stacey said about Precision Playgrounds’ growth. “Revenue last year was about $4.9 million, and this year we expect to do $6 million, maybe more,” she continued.
Watch the video for more information about Precision Playgrounds Franchises:
Visit us online to learn more and apply for a Franchisee career with Precision Playgrounds.
Veteran Spotlight: Elison Talabong
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This week, we’re proud to profile Elison Talabong, a former US Navy Aviation Ordnanceman Senior Chief Petty Officer who is now a Product Support Engineer with Axcelis Technologies. Elison worked with Orion in late 2018 to help find his post-military career.
“Before my actual retirement date from the Navy, I was very nervous and stressed out over what my next career would be,” Elison recalled. “I filled out about a dozen job applications and was only invited to one job interview! This all changed for me when Orion Talent came to my rescue,” he stated. “Now I have a steady and stable job in a field that has a bright future.”
Orion helped him find a great opportunity as a Product Support Engineer with Axcelis Technologies, and Elison has found his career to be very rewarding. “We provide around the clock remote and local technical support for our customers around the world who have purchased our semi-conductive machines,” Elison explained. “I honestly can see myself doing this job until I fully retire in 20 years.”
According to Elison, the technical and leadership skills he acquired in the military prepared him in his new career, even in a new field. “These skills have helped me learn and grow in my new position,” he stated.
In addition to these soft skills, the military also prepared him physically. “The military has made me to be ‘thick-skinned,’ and to not be bothered by challenging jobs,” he said. “My new role is very high travel, which is a hard thing for about 80 percent of the employees here,” Elison explained.
Elison advised fellow veterans to never underestimate how marketable the military has prepared you to be. “You have learned valuable skills most civilian companies do not teach or practice. You are worth more in the civilian sector than you think,” Elison assured.
If you are transitioning soon and looking for a civilian career, join Elison and the thousands of others like him who have found rewarding careers through Orion Talent. Begin your career search with Orion and register today.
Military Officers Connect with Civilian Careers at Orion’s Distinguished Candidate Conferences
Distinguished candidates include graduates of Military Service Academies or Top Universities, those with an advanced education, and those that have consistently ranked above their peers in Officer Evaluations.
Our DCCs offer a unique format, designed to maximize our candidates’ chances of receiving a job offer, consisting of interview preparation, briefings by the interviewing companies, and a President's Reception to network with hiring managers and other candidates, culminating in interviews the next day.
You can view a complete guide to our DCCs in this video featuring Orion Regional Recruiting Manager Mike Wood:
The feedback from candidates attending our DCCs is consistent every year, with veterans saying it is by far the best way to find their next career.
In 2018, nearly 130 Military Officers found their civilian careers through our Distinguished Candidate Conference, with companies including Corning, Honeywell, Ingersoll Rand, Siemens, and many others. See below for our upcoming DCC schedule:
June 3 - 4, 2019 - San Diego, CA Request an Application
June 10 - 11, 2019 - Parsippany, NJ Request an Application
Orion only holds a few DCCs each year, so opportunities to attend are limited. If you would like to be considered for one of these special hiring events, please contact us via the links above.
Virtually Interview for your Next Career through Orion Talent
An Orion virtual interview is your chance to interview with hiring managers for positions across the U.S. that are a match with your background, skills, and preferences. All you need is a good internet connection and smartphone or web camera to interview for your next career from anywhere in the country without the need to travel.
Orion virtual interviews are an effective and efficient way to find your next career. And as more and more companies turn toward this technology, it's important to become comfortable in front of the camera.
Here are just a few of Orion's top clients who virtually interview military talent:
Lam Research
Unilever
Schwan's
Siemens
Stryker
Lutron
Orion's next Virtual Hiring Event will be held on April 24-26 for careers in the Eastern U.S. and Midwest for Junior Military Officers. Learn more and apply to be considered.
Listen to our podcast to hear an Orion Account Executive discuss keys to acing your virtual interview:
Keep Your Resume Up to Date in our Database
If you haven't already, be sure to upload your updated resume in our database. Our search engine will pull key information from your resume that recruiters are searching for current job opportunities. By keeping an updated resume on file in our database, you will increase the chance of us making a great match as new career opportunities are presented.
You can upload your resume by logging in to your account and selecting "My Resume," entering in your information, and uploading your document. Forgot your password? Click on the forgot password link and enter your email address.
You can register on our site here. Creating an account gives you access to apply for jobs in which you are interested, and allows our recruiters to identify you as a potential match for positions they are are seeking to fill.
Exclusive Opportunities Through Orion
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Podcast Series for Job Seekers
Have you tuned in to From the Battlefield to the Boardroom, our podcast series 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:
75. Navy Electrician Finds Rewarding Career as a Maintenance Manager
74. 5 Signs it's Time to Find a New Job
73. Career Opportunities for Veterans in the Aerospace Industry
72. 7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Left the Military
71. Ask A Recruiter
If you are ready to enter the interview process, listen to Episode 5: Everything You Need to Know About the Interview Process and Episode 7: Frequently Asked Interview Questions!
Visit us online to listen to all the episodes, and explore our new podcast categories on each stage of the transition process. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast platform or RSS feed, to automatically receive new episodes as they are released.
We'd love to feature your questions in our upcoming episodes. If you have any questions you'd like to hear us answer, click below to email us!
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.
Northeast
Norfolk, VA (Military Technicians) April 14 - 15 - Contact Annette Stephens, 757-998-8520, for more information.
Parisppany, NJ May 5 - 6 - Officers please contact Chris Hurst, 757-998-8524, for more information; Enlisted candidates please contact Annette Stephens, 757-998-8520, for more information.
South Central
Dallas, TX April 7 - 8 - Officers please contact Bob Berkholz, 737-209-3362, for more information; Enlisted candidates please contact Doug Bell, 737-209-3361, for more information.
Austin, TX May 9 - 10 - Officers please contact Bob Berkholz, 737-209-3362, for more information; Enlisted candidates please contact Doug Bell, 737-209-3361, for more information.
Midwest
Chicago, IL (Military Technicians) May 5 - 6 - Contact Dan Young, 513-644-3355, for more information.
Chicago, IL (Distinguished Candidate Conference) May 6 - 7 - Contact Dan Young, 513-644-3355, for more information.
Southeast
Atlanta, GA April 7 - 8 - Contact Kristin Zimmerman, 984-208-3987, for more information.
Columbia, SC May 6 - 7 - Contact Kristin Zimmerman, 984-208-3987, for more information.
Western
San Diego, CA April 14 - 15 - Contact Jay Koranda, 858-267-4233, for more information.
Seattle, WA May 9 - 10 - Contact Jay Koranda, 858-267-4233, for more information.
Virtual Hiring Event
East and Midwest (Junior Military Officers) April 24 - 26 - Contact Chris Hurst, 757-998-8524, for more information.
East and Midwest (Military Technicians) May 22 - 24 - Contact Rick Hinkson, 757-998-8541, for more information.
Join the Orion Team
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Account Executive Careers with Orion
Orion Talent is currently seeking transitioning or former military officers with a strong record of achievement to join our Sales Team as an Account Executive. We are hiring for our Cary, NC; Virginia Beach, VA and Cincinnati, OH offices.
As an Account Executive, you will be responsible for identifying and working closely with America's leading companies in order for them to hire transitioning military veterans and develop smarter hiring programs. Average total first year income for Account Executives is $80K+, with a goal of $100K+ in your second year and beyond.
To qualify, you should have military experience, a Bachelors degree, and a desire to succeed in sales. You do not need prior sales experience, as we will provide you the training, tools and resources needed to succeed.
Visit our Account Executive Careers with Orion Talent page to learn more about working at Orion, including a video, podcast, and webinar on our Account Executive positions.
Watch the video below from Dave Lehmkuhl, our Raleigh Regional Sales Manager, for more info about this position:
Once you are ready to apply, the next step is to complete an online sales assessment.
If you're looking for a quick way to introduce yourself, please send an email that includes your resume to our Senior Vice President of Operations, Brian Henry.
Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion
Did you know that Orion candidates have earned $5,600 in referral bonuses in 2019?
For every job seeker you refer to us who is subsequently hired through Orion, you'll receive a $100 gift card to a retailer of your choice after they reach 90 days on the new job!
It's simple - just click here to refer a friend. 30 seconds of your time could be $100 in your pocket!
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