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Success stories

How Virginia contractors hire better

01

Promised Land Homes

Residential Construction

Rocky Mount, VA

175

Qualified Candidates

11

Successful Hires

The Challenge

Constant turnover and no-shows. Crews that wouldn't stick, guys who didn't show up, and a revolving door that kept Joey from ever building a reliable team.

Our Solution

Implemented targeted hiring campaigns with rigorous pre-screening. Focused on finding reliable local talent who wanted long-term positions, not temp work.

The Results

175

Candidates

45 days

Time to Fill

11

Successful Hires

55-97%

Retention Rate

“We went from constantly replacing guys to having a crew that actually shows up every day. The quality of candidates was night and day compared to what we were getting from staffing agencies.”
— Joey Salvia, Owner
02

Ditch Witch of Virginia

Heavy Equipment Sales & Service

Roanoke, VA

56+

Qualified Candidates

2

Successful Hires

The Challenge

Needed experienced heavy equipment mechanics - a notoriously hard role to fill. Previous hiring efforts brought in underqualified candidates who couldn't handle the technical demands.

Our Solution

Built a targeted candidate pipeline focusing on mechanics with heavy equipment and diesel experience. Pre-screened for technical competency before sending to client.

The Results

56+

Candidates

30 days

Time to Fill

2

Successful Hires

100%

Retention Rate

“Jayden brought us candidates who actually knew what they were doing. No more wasting time interviewing guys who can't tell a trencher from a backhoe. We've got two solid mechanics and a pipeline ready when we need more.”
— Mike Duncan, General Manager
03

Custom Machining & Tool

CNC Manufacturing

Roanoke, VA

15+

Qualified Candidates

1

Successful Hires

The Challenge

Needed a skilled CNC machinist who could hit the ground running. Previous hires through job boards resulted in candidates who overstated their experience.

Our Solution

Focused outreach to experienced machinists with verified CNC background. Conducted technical screening calls to validate skills before referral.

The Results

15+

Candidates

3 weeks

Time to Fill

1

Successful Hires

100%

Retention Rate

“The first candidate Jayden sent us was exactly what we needed. Elijah came in, knew the machines, and has been solid ever since. No games, no fluff - just a good hire.”
— Mark, Owner

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