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Recruiting women into the trades

By Scavi Company · · 3 min read
Recruiting women into the trades

Companies that make room for women technicians widen their hiring pool.

Why it matters

Labor shortages make every qualified candidate valuable. Many women enjoy hands-on, problem-solving work but never see themselves in job ads.

Job ads

Language that welcomes everyone.

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Equipment that fits

Gloves, boots and uniforms in proper sizes.

Restrooms

Plan access during long jobs.

Respect

Clear rules and fast response to complaints.

Mentoring

Pair new hires with supportive leads.

Schedules

Predictable hours help.

Visibility

Show women techs in photos and recruiting.

Where to start

Review your job ads and uniform supplier sizes this month.

An example

A company featured its female technician in recruiting posts. Applications from women increased.

Common mistakes

Ill-fitting gear, tolerating disrespect and invisible recruiting.

What to track

Track applications from women, interviews, hires and retention after one year.

Questions to ask your team

Does our gear fit everyone? Would a new hire feel welcome on our trucks? What would make our company a better place for every technician?

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Frequently asked questions

How can service companies attract women technicians?

Write inclusive job ads, provide gear that fits, set clear respect rules, offer mentoring and highlight women already on the team.