Craft Recruiter

UNKNOWN; Canada; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Bonus / profit sharing

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Bird Nason Contracting Group is seeking a Craft Recruiter to support hourly craft staffing across Western Canada. You will post jobs, screen candidates, schedule interviews, and help onboard new hires in commercial and industrial projects.

The ideal candidate has 0-2 years in recruitment or HR, strong communication, organization, and a willingness to learn. Travel to project sites and recruitment events is required, and you’ll work closely with hiring managers and field teams.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in HR or business admin preferred.
• 0-2 years in recruitment or related fields.
• Interest in construction industry and recruitment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment of hourly craft positions across Western Canada.
• Post jobs on internal and external boards; review resumes.
• Screen candidates, schedule interviews, and assist hiring managers.
• Maintain ATS data and assist onboarding.
• Attend job fairs and recruitment events; build candidate relationships.
• Track recruitment metrics and prepare basic reports.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing.

Skills

Recruitment interest

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

HR / Business Admin degree

Tools

ATS software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Craft RecruiterBird Nason Contracting Group's teamwork approach combines the efforts of our professional engineers, technical staff and skilled trades people to deliver challenging projects through safe operations and specialized services.
Bird Nason Contracting Group rewards innovation and creativity and promotes a healthy balance between professional and personal life.
As a Craft Recruiter, you will support the recruitment and onboarding of hourly craft employees across a variety of commercial and industrial projects. This role is ideal for someone looking to start or grow their career in recruitment, human resources, or workforce planning.

What You Will Be Working On

What You Will Be Working On

• Support the recruitment process for hourly craft positions across Western Canada
• Post jobs on internal and external job boards
• Review resumes and conduct initial candidate screenings
• Schedule interviews and assist hiring managers throughout the hiring process
• Maintain candidate and employee information within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Conduct reference checks and support pre-employment requirements
• Assist with onboarding and orientation activities
• Attend job fairs, industry events, school presentations, and community recruitment initiatives
• Build relationships with candidates and provide a positive candidate experience
• Assist with sourcing candidates through online job boards, social media, and referral programs
• Track recruitment metrics and prepare basic recruitment reports
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives
• Participate in special projects and other recruitment-related activities as assigned

What We Are Looking For

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• 0-2 years of recruitment, human resources, administration, customer service, or related experience
• Strong interest in recruitment, talent acquisition, and the construction industry
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfortable learning new systems and technology
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience using social media platforms for networking and candidate engagement is considered an asset
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
• Attention to detail in all areas of work

Additional Requirements

• Must have valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel periodically to project sites and recruitment events throughout Western Canada
• Occasional flexibility to attend recruitment events outside of regular business hours

At Nason, we prize employees who are humble, hungry, and smart. We are looking for someone willing and able to show initiative and to drive for continuous improvement and development for themselves and the organization. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an ability to work independently and under minimal supervision while also being a positive contributor to a growing and dynamic team.

We offer a competitive salary and a bonus/profit sharing opportunity in addition to a variety of additional benefits such as professional development, medical and dental benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

What We Are Looking For

For Those Who Seek to Redefine

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe In

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.