Hardwire is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, and affirms its long-standing commitment to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, physical or mental disability, provided the employee is able to perform the essential functions of his/her position with or without a reasonable accommodation, status as a covered veteran, and any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law or regulation (“Protected Characteristics”).  Hardwire is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which we operate, a business culture that recognizes the contributions and interests of diverse cultural and social groups, and maximizes employee efforts by understanding individual differences and perspective.

All personnel policies, actions and benefits, including but not limited to recruitment and hiring, working conditions, benefits and compensation, training, performance appraisals, promotion, discipline, termination and social and recreation programs, are administered without regard to Protected Characteristics.  Hardwire strives to promote full realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing affirmative action program in compliance with federal Executive Order 11246.

   
The Manager, Human Resources has been appointed the role of the Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer and will audit, report, and evaluate activities which pertain to our EEO and Affirmative Action objectives.  Employees who need assistance in clarification or resolution of EEOO matters or who are interested in reviewing the AAP for Individuals with Disabilities or Covered Veterans should contact the Manager, Human Resources. The AAP in its entirety will be reviewed, renewed, and updated annually.

It is the responsibility of every employee of Hardwire to assist in achieving the aims of this policy and to ensure that equal opportunity is an actual, functioning condition of work life at Hardwire.