Lead Skilled Trades Recruiter

Overview:

We are searching for a Lead Skilled Trades Recruiter who enjoys variety in their day and thrives in a fast-paced environment to join our dynamic, innovative, and winning team. This high-volume recruiting role works with local contractors, subcontractors, and other businesses to bring quality skilled trades professionals to projects and jobsites. 

Location: Remote

Responsibilities:

• Implement cost-effective recruitment functions, including locating and visiting outside centers of recruitment, processing field employee and customer referrals, and weekly contact with inactive field employees
• Maintain a network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates
• Contact potentially qualified candidates for specific job openings
• Execute local recruitment programs and provide information about the Company and its opportunities
• Write and place job advertising using various media platforms
• Coordinate participation in events, set up displays, and present at job fairs, schools, and organizations
• Complete all phases of the Associate Hiring Process
• Assist with assignment follow-up visits to ensure customer satisfaction is being met, safety guidelines are being followed, and associate satisfaction including conducting all required Quality Assurance Process steps during customer site visits
• Handle all applicant phone traffic, schedule appointments, administer pre-employment assessments, and coordinate application paperwork; administer post-offer drug screens and conduct applicant background checks; conduct safety and new hire orientation for all associate new hires
• Perform additional responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in a related field; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 2 years’ experience in recruiting, customer service, and/or sales
• Skilled trades recruiting experience is required.
• Must have experience recruiting and engaging traveling skilled trades professionals.
• Must understand how to effectively sell per diem opportunities, particularly for positions located in remote or hard-to-fill markets.
• Should understand what motivates traveling trades professionals and how to position the full opportunity, including pay, per diem, location, assignment details, and travel expectations.
• Construction industry knowledge and/or experience preferred
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines under pressure
• Highest commitment to customer service, development, and satisfaction
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a strong desire to succeed
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software programs and internet including job boards and social media
• Valid Driver's License and a car that can be used for work

Bilingual Preference

• Spanish-speaking/bilingual candidates are strongly preferred.
• We are open to strong non-bilingual candidates; however, they must have the required skilled trades and traveler recruiting experience.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and/or hear for long periods of time. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds.
• This position requires local travel.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 annually, depending on experience and geographic location plus eligibility for incentive pay, subject to plan terms. 

Please note that actual compensation offered may vary based on local pay requirements and will meet or exceed state-specific minimum wage or salary thresholds.

Benefits and Well-Being:

We offer a competitive benefits package, including 6 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday and up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year, Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Company-matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Program, in addition to other programs and perks. More details about our benefits can be found here.

We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the application or interview process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact your Recruiter directly, Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com, or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant’s individual accessibility needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.