Rockstar Recruiting BLOG

The Untold Reality of Becoming a Mechanic
Anyone who follows me knows that I love the Mechanic Trade. There are a ton of reasons for this including the job stability, high demand,

Maximizing Skilled Trades Recruitment: The Power of Specialist Firms
When it comes to recruiting for skilled trades positions such as mechanics, HVAC technicians, plumbers, sprinkler fitters, and millwrights, finding the right talent can be

The Rockstar Recruiting Process
Have you ever wondered what a recruiter actually does? Many people think recruiting is just posting a job ad and screening the applicants who respond.

Recruitment vs. Retention: Understanding the Differences
Many people confuse the perks and features that aid in retention with those that are effective for recruitment. While both recruitment and retention are crucial,

An Alternative to Using Indeed for Job Listings
Indeed holds a dominant position in job advertising throughout Canada and the United States, making it the preferred platform for many employers due to its

Why Candidates Are Not Showing Up for Job Interviews
In the ever-evolving job market, hiring managers and recruiters face a growing challenge: candidates not showing up for scheduled job interviews. This trend can be

Mastering Skilled Trades Recruitment: Why Indeed Reigns Supreme
When it comes to advertising job openings for skilled trades positions such as plumbers, millwrights, mechanics, HVAC professionals, and fire protection specialists in Canada and

The Importance of Industry Specialization When Selecting a Recruiter
When it comes to hiring the right talent for your company, selecting the right recruiter can make all the difference. One key factor that can

Why Industry Specialization Matters for Recruiters
In the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment, the significance of industry specialization cannot be overstated. When it comes to hiring top talent, partnering with a recruiter

Maximize Your Skilled Trades Salary: Are You Earning What You Deserve?
Skilled trades people put in significant effort and encounter distinct challenges in their work. If you’re looking to hire skilled trades technicians, it’s essential to

Mechanics’ Guide to Crafting Effective Resumes
Resume writing is a skill and necessary to get the best jobs. Even mechanics need resume skills, below we will walk you through best practices

Strategies for Mechanics: How to Prevent Job Offer Rejections
Anyone who does a lot of hiring will run into the occasional rejected job offer. This is never a good feeling but it happens. When

The Pathway to Becoming a Top-notch Mechanic
What Makes a Rockstar Mechanic? A Rockstar Mechanic is one that has superior skills and is desired by every shop out there. They are a

Top HVAC Career Tips and Trade-Related Advice for Skilled Tradespeople
Nowadays, job seekers have plenty of resources and platforms offering plenty of career-related advice and tips to either get a new job or get promoted

The Key to Successful HVAC Hiring: Attitude Over Experience
When you are hiring an HVAC Technician what is the most important thing to look for in a candidate? Is it experience or maybe training?

Key Considerations When Seeking an HVAC Technician Position
From the outside, HVAC jobs can all look the same, especially when you are looking at cookie-cutter job descriptions. An HVAC Technician is basically the

Expert Tips for Mechanics Relocating to Canada or the USA
At Rockstar Recruiting we specialize in helping mechanics in Canada and the USA find great jobs. The vast majority of jobs we work on require

Avoid These 6 Common Job Search Mistakes for Mechanics
Looking for a job sucks, there is no easy way to say it, no one actually wants to do it but if you are going