Home Depot Interview Questions.

It's always hard to know what to expect when going in for that interview -- and preparation can make all the difference. What is the interview process like at Home Depot?

Any advice on striking the right note?

any tips for my phone interview?

Its typically a structured interview with about 15 - 20 questions about how you would handle situations and role playing.

i just had a ph interview
they ask whatever is in your resume in detail they ask what type of environment you would like to work with

I am set for an interview in the store, was looking for some tips too. i am told there will be 3 to 4 timed tests! do i bring my calculator? yikes,

Host said: It's always hard to know what to expect when going in for that interview -- and preparation can make all the difference. What is the interview process like at Home Depot?
Any advice on striking the right note?

The Interview Process Is Basic, They Want To Know In The Interview, They Seek People With A Great Attitude, Willing To Learn New Job Skills On The Job, And They Want You To Always Be Available For Overtime, And You Must Be A People Person.

I have an interview with Home Depot as an HR Manager. Can you give me some tips for what they are looking for and how to get an offer out of the interview?

Thanks!

Sara in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania said: I have an interview with Home Depot as an HR Manager. Can you give me some tips for what they are looking for and how to get an offer out of the interview?

Thanks!

Hello,
As a former long term HD Manager I will tell you that it is somewhat arbitrary. Some of the HR individuals are not exactly professional and do not stick to the structured guide that the company sets out. If the system is the same, you might take several written assessments and complete an interview with two HR Managers. If you are seriously looking for an offer, stress your willingness to work any hours and don't mention anything that sounds like you may have interests, hobbies or family that will take time away from the company. I know that sounds harsh but it is the honest truth. Also, take a hardline with your salary - increases are minimal at best and, in the current economy, the feeling appears to be that there is a wealth of talent and few jobs so you can "bargian hire".

I wish you all the best.

hardworkin lady in California, California said: Hello,
As a former long term HD Manager I will tell you that it is somewhat arbitrary. Some of the HR individuals are not exactly professional and do not stick to the structured guide that the company sets out. If the system is the same, you might take several written assessments and complete an interview with two HR Managers. If you are seriously looking for an offer, stress your willingness to work any hours and don't mention anything that sounds like you may have interests, hobbies or family that will take time away from the company. I know that sounds harsh but it is the honest truth. Also, take a hardline with your salary - increases are minimal at best and, in the current economy, the feeling appears to be that there is a wealth of talent and few jobs so you can "bargian hire".

I wish you all the best.

Thank you this feedback will be very helpful. I was told I will have to take several written tests based on leadership, HR knowledge, and Customer Service. Are the tests seriously written? Why so old-fashioned? Why not do them on the computer? What are they looking for in these tests? Grammar, spelling, content, flow, etc? I feel like I am to write an SAT essay!

Thank you!!

Sara

You aren't far off! They are paper and we used an egg timer/stop watch as they are timed tests (I was horrified the first time I helped facilitate). They are looking to see if you have really read the question and associated materials (mock emails, reports, schedules, etc.) Flesh out your answers as much as possible, they look at spelling, grammar and syntax. Also legally accurate, knowledge of ADA, FMLA, etc. I will be honest with you. If you are an extremely professional HR individual with some education you may be frustrated in this particular role. At times there isn't much buy in from the Store Management team, in fact sometimes I have seen it be openly adversarial. Keep in mind they mostly promote from within so you are dealing with "managers" who have no management training and maybe a limited understanding of labor law. This is not by any means to imply that all are like that, just a fair amount. It can be a very enjoyable company to work for but I have seen a number of people come in knowing only the idealistic information they were given on interview and become frustrated and leave. It is so hard to search for a job these days and I think it is better to have maybe some clear idea as to the challenges. If I was interviewing today I would ask about the long term prospect for the HR position, is it set for restructure again? As I am sure you are aware through the media, they laid off all of their Store HR Managers on a phone call a year ago to restructure.

Thank you so much for your feedback. I had my interview last week and received a call on Wednesday for my second interview! But here again I am stumped. I am interviewing with the same person I had my first interview with. Do you have any idea what will be asked in the second interview? Also, will it be a standard interview forum or will there be a store walk-through or anything? I am just curious as to what they are going to ask given that I have already spent 45 min interviewing with the same woman, and they know all about my Customer Service, Leadership, and HR knowledge from the tests. Any advice is appreciated.

Thanks.

Sara in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania said: Thank you so much for your feedback. I had my interview last week and received a call on Wednesday for my second interview! But here again I am stumped. I am interviewing with the same person I had my first interview with. Do you have any idea what will be asked in the second interview? Also, will it be a standard interview forum or will there be a store walk-through or anything? I am just curious as to what they are going to ask given that I have already spent 45 min interviewing with the same woman, and they know all about my Customer Service, Leadership, and HR knowledge from the tests. Any advice is appreciated.

Thanks.

vir

bayou in West Monroe, Louisiana said: vir

I interviewed with them and one of the assessments is paper and then someone inputs information...good luck with validation and you get no feedback. Another is a role play activity regarding a 360 feedback which you have to write the action plan and finally an interview that includes 10+ situational questions. Questions are long and confusing. Keep asking them to repeat. Some parts of the questions are irrelevant and unnecessary. Finally, after those three sessions, the recruitor does not even come back to address or wrap up the interview. They need help with developing the interview process. Good luck...

I have an interview at Home Depot tomorrow i was wondering how can i prepare for it. I already had a phone interview last week and just wanted to know what is expected in the interview tomorrow.

I just recently competed a phone interview, in person interview and the written acumen tests. I unfortunately did not get the position. In a follow up conversation, I was told directly that while my answers in the sit down interview were good, Home Depot uses a system that scores every answer based on key points and an anticipated response. The system is very focused and looks to exploit certain traits and comments. You may have an extensive background and education, but unless you hit the key words or phrases in the interview you may score low.

This seems very antiquated and does not truely reflect a persons ability. If you are full of BS and can shoot it fast, you are almost guarranteed to be selected.

Good Luck...

Hello there everyone! I recently applied for home depot as a cashier, I am looking to move up in the company and I was told I will be getting a phone interview shortly from the HR Manager. What types of questions will they be asking for this interview?

I need a job Home Depot is characterized by precision and order and cleanliness and excellence, I am I would be happy if dealt with you

Home depot Cashier jobs question2.what would you do if a customer asked you about a product or service and you didnot know the answer?
a. how would you respond to the customer?