Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employers 2009: The Home Depot

2) The Home Depot

Claim to fame: “World’s largest home improvement retailer”
What they do: Sell everything from kitchen cabinets to drywall for do-it-yourself remodeling projects
Why we love them: Military spouses can take a leave of absence when their active duty loved one comes home for R&R!
How to apply: http://careers.homedepot.com

Because Home Depot operates more than 2,000 stores from Georgia to Guam, military spouses can access the company almost anywhere they are stationed. But more than its reach, it landed on the Military Spouse Friendly Employer list for the third year in a row because of its commitment to Operation Career Front. The program links military spouses to meaningful career opportunities in the stores, distribution centers and at corporate headquarters in Atlanta.

“The Home Depot hires military spouses – and military personnel in general – because we believe their inherent leadership, dedication to service and unique life experiences are qualities needed to provide excellent customer service,” said Joshua Hicks, project leader of retail staffing.

For associates who are called up to active duty and their covered dependents, Home Depot provides continuation of benefits at no cost and supplemental pay for their length of service.

Home improvement knowledge is a plus for applicants, but not necessary for every position and the company offers extensive and ongoing product knowledge training.

“We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and get-it-done attitude,” Hicks said. “These are qualities military spouses exhibit in their everyday lives and create the opportunity of a natural fit.”

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