Home improvement giant preps for hiring spree

With its busy spring selling season about to commence, The Home Depot wants to make its hiring process as easy as possible.



By creating a shorter digital application and mobile-optimized “Careers” site, the home improvement chain has shortened its online application process to 15 minutes, a move that speeds up the task by as much as 80%, the company said.



"We want everyone to have an easy and convenient experience with The Home Depot, whether they're shopping with us or applying for a position," said Tim Crow, the chain’s executive VP, human resources.



This will also give the chain access to potential talent faster — a factor that will benefit the company as it prepares to fill more than 80,000 seasonal positions in nearly 2,000 stores and 75 distribution centers. These roles will include customer service and sales, lot associates, freight and receiving, store support and cashier positions.



The company's merchandising execution team, which is responsible for setting merchandising displays and ensuring products are customer-ready, is also is hiring this spring, according to The Home Depot.



Another program the chain hopes will bolster candidate interest is its “Behind the Apron” series. Comprised of video and photo essays, Behind the Apron highlights the personal stories of current associates, giving job seekers a glimpse into the personalities of the workforce and company's culture. The series will appear on the chain’s Careers site, and under the #HomeDepotHiring hashtag.