HOW WE ARE DIFFERENT

we bring real industry experience to recruiting

we put our clients ahead of ourselves – always

we are committed to excellence and act with integrity

Testa Search Partners is a top boutique recruiting and staffing company that provides high-touch, high-value talent services to energy & utility clients and engineering & technology employers nationwide.  We employ a client-centric approach where we always put our clients first.  We uncover top talent that brings value to our clients by matching electric, gas, and water utility professionals and technology experts with employers across the U.S. and beyond.  Here’s how we are different…

Experience…we pride ourselves in knowing more about the industries we serve so we can deliver faster and with superior quality and effectiveness than other job recruiters.  We know the industries we serve – we’ve worked directly in the utility and technology industries for decades and have an inside view of the marketplace!  Our strong experience in the energy & utility industry and the engineering & technology industry is your advantage.

Focused…we have a true passion for exceeded our clients’ expectations by providing personalized, individualized attention, while always acting with integrity and professionalism.  And we’ll remain dedicated and focused on your job requirements until we are successful.

Excellence…we are committed to being exceptional in our industry by finding the most valuable talent in the utilities and technology marketplace by investing in superior tools, techniques, processes, and skills.

INDUSTRIES WE SERVE

We focus our services on industries we know well

Our deep industry-specific experience separates us from other recruiting and staffing agencies

Energy & Utilities

smart grid, grid modernization, demand response, energy efficiency, consumer engagement, IoT, IT/OT, work & asset management, consulting, product management, project management, system planning, capacity planning, manufacturing & production, supply chain, sales, system operations, rates & regulatory, finance, T&D system operations, utility engineering and design, electric/gas/water/wastewater

Engineering & Technology

project management, project controls, sales & pre-sales, IT infrastructure & operations, cloud, product management, product development, gaming, mechanical/industrial/civil engineering, utility operational technologies, 3D, BI, GIS, DA, SCADA, OMS, ADMS, ERP, CRM, BIM, RF

OUR RIGOROUS PROCESS

When you hire Testa Search Partners, here is what you can expect:

Step 1:  Define Objectives and Develop Search Strategy

• Through discussion with the Hiring Manager, review job need and discuss existing job summary to create a great first impression with candidates
• Assess job requirements, educational qualifications and certifications, scope of responsibilities, ideal candidate attributes, reporting structure, first year milestones and success factors, and compensation range
• Discuss client’s work environment and corporate culture, assessing what type of person tends to thrive in the organization
• Discuss timeline, a plan to communicate results and receive feedback, and other expectations for working together
• Develop the recruiting messaging – why this opportunity is interesting – and determine target industries and employers to find passive candidates

Step 2:  Recruit, Evaluate and Present Candidates

• Perform a deep dive into various sources including internal database, referrals from our utility, engineering, and technology network, and other search techniques such as job databases, social media, specialized industry websites, and our network of 500 global recruiting firms
• Use multiple methods of contact to engage and interest candidates – email, text, video, phone
• Perform rigorous screening and thorough evaluation process of each candidate, assessing key competencies, personality and cultural fit, work history, aptitude, interest in the opportunity, and compensation expectations
• As needed, request and assess candidate job samples and work products (writing sample, sample project plan, website they developed, etc.)
• Coach candidates on resume enhancements, if required
• Present first viable candidate profile and resume to client and obtain initial client feedback to refine search and evaluation techniques, if needed
• Continue vetting candidates and evaluate top candidates against each other and against the job requirements and present 3-4 candidate profiles and resumes for each job opening
• Obtain feedback from client and determine which candidates will be interviewed

Step 3:  Client and Candidate Interviews

• Organize and schedule initial and subsequent job interviews, and prepare the candidate to ensure they are ready for the job interview
• Prepare client for the job interview – help the hiring manager “sell” the candidate on the opportunity and also help hiring manager resolve any concerns raised by the candidate
• Debrief with candidate and client, refresh client on candidate’s compensation expectations, and work with client to select top candidate(s)

Step 4:  Selection Procedure

• Coordinate final round of interviews, if required, preparing both candidate and client
• Partnering with the client, discuss strategy to secure finalist
• As required, check references and verify background

Step 5:  Candidate Placement and Follow Up

• Extend job offer to candidate and resolve any issues or concerns
• Negotiate offer and resolve any remaining issues, and coach candidate through the counteroffer process
• Follow-up with client and candidate to ensure candidate’s first day is a positive experience
• Communicate hiring decision with all other candidates
• Maintain contact with the hired candidate and client during first few weeks