Why Aptitude Tests and Certifications are Essential in Construction Hiring

Watch as Taylor Bagley is joined by Tony DeStefano, the Vice President of Human Resources for Flintco, to get an inside look at how Flintco approaches hiring and vetting candidates for their jobs all across the country.

Tony gives insight into the ways that Flintco is leveraging technology and aptitude testing to place the best applicants in their respective roles and how this ever-growing industry stays ahead of the curve when it comes to recruiting the best available talent. He also provides some wise words for for potential job seekers in the construction industry.

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