TIPS TO APPLY

Give us your best. We want you to succeed!

Review the tips and information here to prepare yourself for the hiring process at Builders FirstSource. If you'd like to build a career that matters, we'd love for you to apply for a position with us.

PHONE INTERVIEW TIPS

During the phone interview, you will speak with a potential peer or manager. The discussion typically lasts between 30 - 60 minutes, and we will ask questions related to your knowledge and understanding of the role you've applied for.

Be prepared for both hypothetical and experience-related questions about the position.

ONSITE INTERVIEW TIPS

You will usually meet with multiple BFS team members—some potential teammates and some from other departments. There's generally some back and forth conversation in these discussions because we like to see how you think and work with others.

We encourage you to ask questions about the work, team and culture to help you determine whether the job is right for you.

 

 

 

 

 

BE PREPARED 

PREDICT

You can anticipate 90% of the interview questions. “Why do you want to work at Builders FirstSource?” “What’s a tough problem you’ve solved?” Write down the top 20 questions you think you’ll be asked.

PRACTICE

Everyone gets better with practice. Practice your interview answers, out loud, until you can say each clearly and concisely.

EXPLAIN

We want to understand how you think, so explain your thought process and decision making throughout the interview.

CLARIFY

Many of the questions will be deliberately open-ended to provide insight into how you engage with problems and solve them. Talk through your thought process and ask questions if you need clarification.

PLAN

For every question on your list, write down your answer. This will increase your confidence and help make your answers automatic.

RELAX

Builders FirstSource is an industry leader, but we also enjoy a family atmosphere. Here, we want everyone to succeed, even those interviewing for a job. So be yourself. You’ll find everyone here to be open and friendly.

YOU CAN HAVE THE CAREER YOU DESERVE

So, what are you waiting for? Search and apply for your opportunity to join the Builders FirstSource team today!

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