Job Description
Talent Acquisition Specialist
We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support hiring efforts for hourly craft and field positions across our construction operations. This position plays a key role in helping us identify, attract, and hire the skilled professionals who keep our projects moving forward. The ideal candidate is proactive, people-focused, and comfortable working closely with field teams in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with field leadership and project managers to forecast labor needs and align recruiting strategies with project timelines.
- Actively source qualified candidates for roles such as equipment operators, laborers, CDL drivers, and other skilled trades through job boards, social media, referrals, and community outreach.
- Screen applications, conduct phone interviews, and evaluate candidate qualifications against project requirements.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams; ensure clear and timely communication at every stage.
- Track and manage candidates in the applicant tracking system, maintaining accurate records of interviews, feedback, and hiring decisions.
- Support new hire onboarding by assisting with paperwork, pre-employment screenings, and coordinating start dates.
- Attend and coordinate jobsite hiring events and community outreach efforts to attract local talent.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with workforce development organizations, training centers, and community partners to develop craft labor pipelines.
- Provide regular updates and reporting to hiring managers and leadership on recruiting progress, hiring metrics, and workforce trends.
- Ensure a positive candidate experience through timely follow-up, professionalism, and clear communication.
What We’re Looking For:
- Prior experience supporting craft or hourly recruiting, especially in construction, industrial, or related industries.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple openings and priorities simultaneously.
- Willingness to travel 10–15% to jobsites and local hiring events.
- Comfortable working in both office and field settings.
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), job posting platforms, and digital sourcing tools preferred.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Work at office, Local area,