ADA violations-Home Depot

rld · 03-30-2006, 12:55 AM

Just wondering if any of you out there are or have worked for Home Depot. And if you would be so kind as to tell me about your time with that company in connection with reasonable accomadations, job harrassment, job advancement, etc. thank you very much

sequoias · 03-30-2006, 03:22 AM

I have worked at Home Depot long time ago when I was in senior back in 1996, I haven't had any problems working there, except lot of customers couldn't even read or write....and lot of customers won't communicate with deaf people, either.

Kalista · 03-30-2006, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by rld

Just wondering if any of you out there are or have worked for Home Depot. And if you would be so kind as to tell me about your time with that company in connection with reasonable accomadations, job harrassment, job advancement, etc. thank you very much

I did apply a job at Home Depot. They never call me for the interview. I assume, they are afraid to hiring me because my voice sounds like a monkey when I talk. I am afraid the customers probably did not go to shopping at Home Depot because of me.

Sweetmind · 03-30-2006, 08:57 AM

I have made my beautifully resume with all the term of Deaf. I have never heard from them. So what does it tell you?

Malfoyish · 03-30-2006, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Sweetmind

I have made my beautifully resume with all the term of Deaf. I have never heard from them. So what does it tell you?

I guess it tells me that I wouldn't want your opinion on my home renovations, either.

It also tells me that the manager at Home Depot is probably still reviewing your application.

I happen to know a deaf guy who works at the Home Depot closest to me. You may try to make this a discrimination issue if you see fit, but perhaps they have a valid reason in your case.

03-30-2006, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Sweetmind

I have made my beautifully resume with all the term of Deaf. I have never heard from them. So what does it tell you?

It tells me many things:

1. They may have been overwhelmed with tons of resumes coming in on a daily basis. Remember, our economy is struggling right now so there is a fierce competition out there for jobs.

2. You did not say how long it has been - thus I cannot give you an answer based on that.

3. They may have found a more qualified person than you or they may have felt that you are overqualified for the position.

4. Their Human Resources Manager may be lousy in returning thank you notes for the applications or resumes being turned in.

Hearing people are having a hard time finding jobs as much as Deaf people so I dont see this reeking of discrimination unless proven.

Remember the saying- they are not guilty until proven. Not the other way around as if they are guilty unless proven innocent.

Malfoyish · 03-30-2006, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Gemtun

It tells me many things:

1. They may have been overwhelmed with tons of resumes coming in on a daily basis. Remember, our economy is struggling right now so there is a fierce competition out there for jobs.

2. You did not say how long it has been - thus I cannot give you an answer based on that.

3. They may have found a more qualified person than you or they may have felt that you are overqualified for the position.

4. Their Human Resources Manager may be lousy in returning thank you notes for the applications or resumes being turned in.

Hearing people are having a hard time finding jobs as much as Deaf people so I dont see this reeking of discrimination unless proven.

Remember the saying- they are not guilty until proven. Not the other way around as if they are guilty unless proven innocent.

Very well said, Gem.

Additionally, I'll add that it tells me everything as well as nothing at all.

Sweetmind...perhaps doing yourself a favor by not assuming will salvage whatever's left of your sanity.

Dale · 03-30-2006, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sweetmind

I have made my beautifully resume with all the term of Deaf. I have never heard from them. So what does it tell you?

Maybe that's because under 'Interests' you wrote a three-page rant about 'audists'?

***VamPyroX*** · 03-30-2006, 04:00 PM

Just because they don't call you doesn't mean they aren't interested in you. If you apply for a job, it does help to call them back to check up on your application. Usually, a week later is best. Even hearing people don't get called, not only deaf people.

Tousi · 03-30-2006, 04:38 PM

I know 3 deaf people who work at HD: One is Deaf who stocks shelves, one is HoH with a CI and deals with customers all day just fine & is management material and the third one is deaf but I don't know what he does. But, yes, there are many reasons for both deaf and hearing people as to why they don't get called; I think, for the most part, HD is overwhelmed with applications, bogging down the HR people.

Eve · 03-30-2006, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Beowulf

Get lost, Naziboy.
Or eat another cow for a snack.

http://www.alldeaf.com/announcements/95-forum-rules.html

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5.) No bashing, flaming or harassing other members. Period.

Uh Beo, ya know I adore ya, but was that really called for? Did it have anything to do with the topic at hand? It is okay to disagree with Dale on the subject, but what you posted belongs in PM, not here.

Sweetmind · 03-30-2006, 06:18 PM

Ha ha ha ha dale, Malfoyish and eve you childish attitude dont change.. no wonder I dont mingle with you guys after all you are so bittered about everything that relates deaf issues..

Need to tune up your head and attitude as well.

I just am being honest with my resume. You dont like it then tough shyte.

Thank you Beowulf!

Sweetmind

Beowulf · 03-30-2006, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Eve

http://www.alldeaf.com/showthread.php?t=95 Uh Beo, ya know I adore ya, but was that really called for? Did it have anything to do with the topic at hand? It is okay to disagree with Dale on the subject, but what you posted belongs in PM, not here.

Sweetmind · 03-30-2006, 08:40 PM

It s very obviously that people do not understand why I have the term "Deaf". I can see they are closedminded.. Do they have a term "CIer" in their resume? I think not!

So, I have my choice about what the term to put in. I hav no problem to put Deaf then itis really fine with me anyway. If it helps then what s your fricky problem do they have? I cannot hide myself for who I am. Why should I hide that I am deaf that would be to show that I am ashamed of it? And I am not, so why hide it?

Actually, I should be proud of being deaf in a diversity world. If I can make it in a diversity world then it just shows my strength.

It s very hard evidence to proof that they are discriminating me or many deafies who tried so hard to find a good job for years and years. So therefore we are stuck with that old attitudes. It sux has before and will sux in the future.

I remember a guy who was latened deaf and got pissed off at those people he worked with.. He got demoted from the job after he became deaf. That s a real prejudiced and discriminated by audist attitude . So there! It s wrong as hell but it happens..

Thank you!

Sweetmind

Sweetmind · 03-30-2006, 09:14 PM

They just see that a person is deaf and it's all over. True, the deafie fills out a job application but by law, they have to take it after that it goes to the shyte pile. That is a real issue here.

Cheri · 03-30-2006, 10:26 PM

I worked at home depot for one day in the garden area, they laid me off because they think the work was too hard for a woman.

It was a very easy job!

Tousi · 03-30-2006, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Cheri

I worked at home depot for one day in the garden area, they laid me off because they think the work was too hard for a woman.

It was a very easy job!

So, Cheri, what do you think happened?

Eve · 03-30-2006, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Sweetmind

I just am being honest with my resume. You dont like it then tough shyte.

What do I care? I'm not the one looking for a J-O-B!

Cheri · 03-30-2006, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Tousi

So, Cheri, what do you think happened?

Well, to be honest, I was the only chick in that department, which we were doing heavy lifting, and stacking. I'm used to it because we do that at bbq shows too. I guess they were scare that I'll hurt myself. I'm not like those cheerleaders who panic every time their nails break.

Angel · 03-30-2006, 11:09 PM

I used to applied at Home Depot when I first brought this house, but they never called, so I guess they had to choose btw me and Cheri...LOL

Eve · 03-31-2006, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Cheri

I guess they were scare that I'll hurt myself. I'm not like those cheerleaders who panic every time their nails break.

Funny, my daughter is a cheerleader and as a "base" she would probably be more suited for a job involving heavy lifting than most men!

Kalista · 03-31-2006, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Tousi

So, Cheri, what do you think happened?

She probably won't admit that she stared at males butt and sexy legs during the warmer weather.

Malfoyish · 03-31-2006, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Sweetmind

Ha ha ha ha dale, Malfoyish and eve you childish attitude dont change.. no wonder I dont mingle with you guys after all you are so bittered about everything that relates deaf issues..

Need to tune up your head and attitude as well.

I just am being honest with my resume. You dont like it then tough shyte.

BITTER!? LOLOL!!!!! Oh, Sweetmind. *shakes head*

I'm perfectly content with who I am.

Those who know me are perfectly content with who I am as well. I have a very positive attitude towards myself and the potential task when I take it upon myself to tackle a job application. This is one thing that interviewers or for that matter, employers, look for in receiving an application.

Vampy's right, by the way...as for your "shit pile," there are PLENTY of hearing people's applications as well. I am not saying that there is no discrimination out there because I know there is. All I'm saying is that you shouldn't be so quick to assume. Of course, you didn't understand that - so yes, not considering me someone you'd like to "mingle" with suits me perfectly fine.

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Originally Posted by Sweetmind

It s very obviously that people do not understand why I have the term "Deaf". I can see they are closedminded.. Do they have a term "CIer" in their resume? I think not!

Umm, they don't have a mark-off box labeled "deaf" either from what I recall. It's entirely up to the person filling out the application whether or not they choose to bring it to the attention of the manager or person doing the hiring. For me, I just handed in the application and left the store. They called me back on the same evening. I went in for an interview and left the store with a JOB. During the interview, I made it clear that even though I had a hearing loss, it did not impair me to the point where I could not do a good job. I did state that there would be some things I could not do - i.e., telephone calls/answering, PA system, customer service, etc. They didn't care and they hired me anyway - and put me in a position that best suited me - I was content and worked there for two years.

Do yourself a favor - save the deaf rights advocating for the interview. You'd probably stand a better chance that way. An application is NOT an interview...they have to approve the APPLICATION before they are going to determine who is the best candidate for any job - this applies to both hearing and deaf people.

rld · 03-31-2006, 08:48 AM

Umm, they don't have a mark-off box labeled "deaf" either from what I recall. It's entirely up to the person filling out the application whether or not they choose to bring it to the attention of the manager or person doing the hiring. For me, I just handed in the application and left the store. They called me back on the same evening. I went in for an interview and left the store with a JOB. During the interview, I made it clear that even though I had a hearing loss, it did not impair me to the point where I could not do a good job. I did state that there would be some things I could not do - i.e., telephone calls/answering, PA system, customer service, etc. They didn't care and they hired me anyway - and put me in a position that best suited me - I was content and worked there for two years.

Do yourself a favor - save the deaf rights advocating for the interview. You'd probably stand a better chance that way. An application is NOT an interview...they have to approve the APPLICATION before they are going to determine who is the best candidate for any job - this applies to both hearing and deaf people.[/quote]

Why did you leave HD? and How did they treat you while you worked there? Did they make "Reasonable Accomadations" for you?

Kalista · 03-31-2006, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Malfoyish

BITTER!? LOLOL!!!!! Oh, Sweetmind. *shakes head*

I'm perfectly content with who I am.

Those who know me are perfectly content with who I am as well. I have a very positive attitude towards myself and the potential task when I take it upon myself to tackle a job application. This is one thing that interviewers or for that matter, employers, look for in receiving an application.

Vampy's right, by the way...as for your "shit pile," there are PLENTY of hearing people's applications as well. I am not saying that there is no discrimination out there because I know there is. All I'm saying is that you shouldn't be so quick to assume. Of course, you didn't understand that - so yes, not considering me someone you'd like to "mingle" with suits me perfectly fine.

Umm, they don't have a mark-off box labeled "deaf" either from what I recall. It's entirely up to the person filling out the application whether or not they choose to bring it to the attention of the manager or person doing the hiring. For me, I just handed in the application and left the store. They called me back on the same evening. I went in for an interview and left the store with a JOB. During the interview, I made it clear that even though I had a hearing loss, it did not impair me to the point where I could not do a good job. I did state that there would be some things I could not do - i.e., telephone calls/answering, PA system, customer service, etc. They didn't care and they hired me anyway - and put me in a position that best suited me - I was content and worked there for two years.

Do yourself a favor - save the deaf rights advocating for the interview. You'd probably stand a better chance that way. An application is NOT an interview...they have to approve the APPLICATION before they are going to determine who is the best candidate for any job - this applies to both hearing and deaf people.

Next time, I should put "Deaf Power" on my resume'

Be cautioned them to accept me for who I am. I speak like a monkey. They probably hire me because I am cute.

Just kidding...

Malfoyish · 03-31-2006, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by rld

Why did you leave HD? and How did they treat you while you worked there? Did they make "Reasonable Accomadations" for you?

I did not work at Home Depot, I worked at another retail center. I left because there was new management and this particular manager was cutting everyone's hours and scheduling people for times where it'd be very difficult for them to be there. On top of that, there were many scheduling conflicts between my husband's added hours to his work schedule and my "new" schedule - one of us had to be at home for the kids....

While I worked there, I wasn't treated any differently. They knew they had to face me when speaking to me, they knew that in order to get my attention, they had to physically come and find me instead of making PA announcements. They were perfectly fine with it. My particular task was to scan the returned items, enter data into computer, identify an item using spare pieces, apply credit where I had enough "parts" to do so, keep logs of lost/stolen items and more. At times where that area was slow, I would stock shelves, help clean up during closing time. During warmer weather, I was also helping with big-ticket pickups like bicycles, 4x4's, wagons, plastic houses, etc. I got the job done - and I've trained HEARING people to do the same job I was doing.

03-30-2006, 12:55 AM	#1 (permalink)
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03-30-2006, 08:57 AM	#4 (permalink)
Sweetmind Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 788	I have made my beautifully resume with all the term of Deaf. I have never heard from them. So what does it tell you?

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Tousi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 6,907	I know 3 deaf people who work at HD: One is Deaf who stocks shelves, one is HoH with a CI and deals with customers all day just fine & is management material and the third one is deaf but I don't know what he does. But, yes, there are many reasons for both deaf and hearing people as to why they don't get called; I think, for the most part, HD is overwhelmed with applications, bogging down the HR people.

03-30-2006, 06:18 PM	#12 (permalink)
Sweetmind Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 788	Ha ha ha ha dale, Malfoyish and eve you childish attitude dont change.. no wonder I dont mingle with you guys after all you are so bittered about everything that relates deaf issues.. Need to tune up your head and attitude as well. I just am being honest with my resume. You dont like it then tough shyte. Thank you Beowulf! Sweetmind

03-30-2006, 08:40 PM	#14 (permalink)
Sweetmind Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 788	It s very obviously that people do not understand why I have the term "Deaf". I can see they are closedminded.. Do they have a term "CIer" in their resume? I think not! So, I have my choice about what the term to put in. I hav no problem to put Deaf then itis really fine with me anyway. If it helps then what s your fricky problem do they have? I cannot hide myself for who I am. Why should I hide that I am deaf that would be to show that I am ashamed of it? And I am not, so why hide it? Actually, I should be proud of being deaf in a diversity world. If I can make it in a diversity world then it just shows my strength. It s very hard evidence to proof that they are discriminating me or many deafies who tried so hard to find a good job for years and years. So therefore we are stuck with that old attitudes. It sux has before and will sux in the future. I remember a guy who was latened deaf and got pissed off at those people he worked with.. He got demoted from the job after he became deaf. That s a real prejudiced and discriminated by audist attitude . So there! It s wrong as hell but it happens.. Thank you! Sweetmind

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Sweetmind Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 788	They just see that a person is deaf and it's all over. True, the deafie fills out a job application but by law, they have to take it after that it goes to the shyte pile. That is a real issue here.

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Angel Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 18,657	I used to applied at Home Depot when I first brought this house, but they never called, so I guess they had to choose btw me and Cheri...LOL

03-31-2006, 08:48 AM	#24 (permalink)
rld Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 2	Umm, they don't have a mark-off box labeled "deaf" either from what I recall. It's entirely up to the person filling out the application whether or not they choose to bring it to the attention of the manager or person doing the hiring. For me, I just handed in the application and left the store. They called me back on the same evening. I went in for an interview and left the store with a JOB. During the interview, I made it clear that even though I had a hearing loss, it did not impair me to the point where I could not do a good job. I did state that there would be some things I could not do - i.e., telephone calls/answering, PA system, customer service, etc. They didn't care and they hired me anyway - and put me in a position that best suited me - I was content and worked there for two years. Do yourself a favor - save the deaf rights advocating for the interview. You'd probably stand a better chance that way. An application is NOT an interview...they have to approve the APPLICATION before they are going to determine who is the best candidate for any job - this applies to both hearing and deaf people.[/quote] Why did you leave HD? and How did they treat you while you worked there? Did they make "Reasonable Accomadations" for you?