Craft Recruiter

Position Summary

The Craft Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, recruiting, and hiring skilled craft professionals to support construction projects across multiple job sites. This role partners closely with operations, project management, and field leadership to ensure workforce needs are met with qualified, safety-focused candidates who align with the company's culture and project demands.

The ideal candidate has experience recruiting for construction trades, understands the challenges of high-volume field hiring, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where workforce planning directly impacts project success.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute recruiting strategies to attract qualified craft professionals for heavy civil and deep foundation projects. Recruit for positions including, but not limited to: Heavy Equipment Operators Drill Rig Operators Crane Operators Pile Drivers Welders Ironworkers Carpenters Laborers Mechanics Foremen and Lead Craft Professionals Source candidates through online job boards, referrals, trade schools, unions (where applicable), social media, networking events, career fairs, and community outreach.

Conduct phone screenings and interviews to assess technical qualifications, certifications, work history, and cultural fit. Coordinate pre-employment activities including background checks, drug screenings, employment verification, and onboarding documentation. Maintain an active pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future project needs.

Build relationships with field supervisors and project managers to understand workforce requirements, project schedules, and hiring priorities. Travel to project sites, hiring events, workforce development programs, and career fairs as needed. Monitor recruiting metrics including time-to-fill, applicant flow, offer acceptance, and retention.

Maintain accurate applicant records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, EEO guidelines, and company hiring policies. Promote the company's culture, safety commitment, and career opportunities throughout the recruiting process. Assist with workforce planning and staffing forecasts based on upcoming projects.

Qualifications

Required 3+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in heavy civil construction, industrial, manufacturing, or skilled trades. Experience recruiting high-volume hourly craft positions. Strong understanding of construction trades and field operations. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to prioritize multiple openings in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Microsoft Office, and recruiting platforms. Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to project sites. Preferred Experience recruiting within heavy civil, geotechnical, deep foundations, marine, bridge, or infrastructure construction. Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and construction safety requirements.

Experience recruiting in multi-state environments. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. Key Competencies Relationship Building Talent Sourcing Interviewing & Candidate Assessment Workforce Planning Organization & Time Management Communication Negotiation & Offer Management Adaptability Problem Solving Customer Service Team Collaboration Working Conditions Office and field-based work environment.

Frequent travel to jobsites, career fairs, and hiring events. Occasional evening or weekend recruiting events. Fast-paced environment supporting multiple active construction projects. Success Measures The successful Craft Recruiter will: Consistently fill craft positions with qualified, safety-minded candidates. Build strong talent pipelines for future project demands.

Develop trusted partnerships with operations and field leadership. Improve time-to-fill while maintaining quality-of-hire. Contribute to workforce retention through effective candidate matching and onboarding.

Benefits

(Blue. Cross Blue. Shield) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) 401(k) Matching PTO Life Insurance Military Benefits (If Applicable) Others to be discussed.