Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS) is proud to announce that it has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as a recipient of the 2025 HIRE Vets Medallion Award (Platinum Level). This prestigious federal award is the only one of its kind that honors exceptional achievement in veteran employment, and Platinum represents the highest level of award.
The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans (HIRE Vets) Medallion Program, established under the HIRE Vets Act of 2017, recognizes organizations that demonstrate exemplary efforts in recruiting, employing, and retaining U.S. military veterans. UTRS is especially proud to achieve Platinum Medallion status for the first time – a milestone that reflects our continued growth and commitment to supporting veterans in the workforce.
Commitment to Veteran Employment and Retention
UTRS’s selection for this award highlights the company’s continued success in building a veteran-inclusive culture and workforce. Over the past year:
- 12.28% of all UTRS new hires were veterans
- UTRS expanded its Veterans Committee, which partners Human Resources and veteran team members to identify and address veterans’ specific workplace needs
- The company enhanced its leadership training programs to help veterans strengthen and grow their leadership skills
- UTRS extended its longstanding veteran pay differential program, increasing the length of time differential pay is provided during active-duty service
UTRS has been providing U.S. warfighter support services for decades while actively fostering a work environment that brings out the best in and for our people. We are proud to join other official awardees demonstrating excellence in veteran employment practices.