Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. PeopleReady, a TrueBlue company, provides on-demand labor and highly skilled workforce solutions across industries including construction, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and hospitality. The Lead Skilled Trades Recruiter will source and recruit traveling skilled trades professionals, manage high-volume hiring activities, and support local recruitment programs. The role also handles applicant processing, orientations, customer-site follow-ups, and quality assurance activities to support customer and associate satisfaction.
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
Skills
- 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
- 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
- Construction industry knowledge and/or experience preferred
- Spanish-speaking/bilingual candidates are strongly preferred
Benefits
- 6 paid holidays
- 1 paid floating holiday
- Up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- Company-matching 401(k)
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Eligibility for incentive pay, subject to plan terms
- Remote work arrangement
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