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#221 No More Tech Turnover: How to Hire ...

JOHN WILSON
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In this episode of Owned and Operated, John and Jack break down the full playbook for hiring HVAC and plumbing technicians—from sourcing to retention. They dive into the real-world challenges of technician recruitment and share the strategies they use to keep a steady pipeline of high-quality candidates. From building a branded hiring engine to managing seasonal swings, this episode delivers tactical advice and real SOPs that help home service businesses grow their field teams with intention.

They cover why recruiting never stops, how to build a budget that supports year-round hiring, and why onboarding and retention matter just as much as the job offer. Whether you’re scaling a team or trying to fix your hiring funnel, this episode is packed with practical frameworks and firsthand experience.

🔹 In This Episode, We Cover:
 Building a technician recruitment process from scratch
 Why continuous recruiting beats reactive hiring
 How to structure compensation to stay competitive
 The role of onboarding in long-term retention
 Using recruiters and internal plans to scale hiring
 Planning budgets around seasonal employment needs
 Leveraging branding and sales tactics in hiring
 SOPs and examples that drive real technician results

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