Construction Recruiter (Bilingual) - Onsite/Pampa, Texas

Kelso Industries; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem available

Job summary

Kelso Industries seeks a Construction Recruiter to manage recruiting for their Mullins Mechanical and Welding projects. You will handle manpower planning, ATS management, candidate pipelines, and pre-employment steps including background checks and drug screens.

The role demands collaboration with project leadership and HR to meet staffing needs over a 24+ month timeframe. Requirements include 3–5 years recruiting in construction, ATS familiarity, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Recruiter in the construction industry.
• Working knowledge of recruiting best practices.
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• On-site reporting in Pampa, TX for 24+ months.
• Per Diem available.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update job descriptions and specifications.
• Prepare recruitment materials and post jobs to ATS and boards.
• Source and recruit candidates using databases, social media, etc.
• Screen resumes and applications.
• Conduct interviews and filter candidates.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers or SMEs and collect feedback.
• Prepare and present offers to candidates.
• Conduct pre-employment activities such as background checks and drug screens.
• Coordinate start date/time/location with HR/Site Management.
• Monitor and apply HR recruiting best practices.
• Design and implement recruiting strategies.
• Manage the recruitment process and update procedures when necessary.
• Compile, review, analyze, and provide recruiting reports and data to support continuous improvement.

Job description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Construction Recruiter

The Construction Recruiter at Mullins Mechanical and Welding (Mullins) manages the routine functions of the recruiting department for their assigned clients, including understanding and recruiting for manpower needs, maintaining communication with candidates in the pipeline, and performing pre-employment activities. The Construction Recruiter reports to the Talent Acquisition Manager. They are responsible for identifying and recruiting qualified talent to meet the manpower needs of the company.

The job of the Construction Recruiter is important to the success of Mullins. Employees are the most important asset, and the Construction Recruiter will be responsible for identifying and hiring these individuals. In an effort to promote a positive culture at Mullins, the Construction Recruiter will build and maintain relationships with candidates.

The Construction Recruiter is responsible for collaborating with executive and project level management to fully understand the hiring needs of the company. This includes joining weekly manpower calls to understand the hiring needs of each project for the upcoming weeks.

The Construction Recruiter will be responsible for the complete management of the ATS for their assigned clients. This includes organizing and maintaining accurate records for all open positions and candidates. They will be required to prepare weekly candidate reports to review with the management team to keep everyone updated on the status of open roles. Additionally, the Construction Recruiter will be responsible for the drafting and publishing of job postings.

The Construction Recruiter will be responsible for ensuring all pre-employment activities are completed prior to reporting to the job, including background checks and drug screens. As a part of compliance, the Construction Recruiter will coordinate with the Human Resources Manager to ensure that all hires meet the pre-employment requirements set by Mullins.

Construction Recruiter Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Responsibilities

• Develop and update job descriptions and specifications
• Prepare recruitment materials and post jobs to ATS, appropriate job boards, newspapers, etc.
• Source and recruit candidates by using databases, social media, etc.
• Collect and screen candidate resumes and job applications
• Conduct interviews using various tools and questionnaires to filter candidates for open roles
• Assess applicants' relevant knowledge, skills, experience, etc.
• Drive the recruiting process from application to the first day onsite, including but not limited to:
• Conducting phone screens & in-person interviews
• Coordinating interviews with hiring managers or SMEs and collecting feedback
• Preparing and presenting offers to candidates
• Conducting pre-employment activities such as background checks, coordinating drug screens, etc.
• Coordinate start date/time/location with HR/Site Management
• Monitor and apply HR recruiting best practices
• Design and implement recruiting strategies
• Manage the recruitment process and update procedures when necessary
• Compile, review, analyze, and provide well documented recruiting reports and data to the rest of the team to support the continuous improvement of the department.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Recruiter in the construction industry, preferably 3-5 years
• Working knowledge of recruiting best practices
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential information and sensitive issues in a professional manner
• Report On-site in Pampa, TX during duration of Construction project - ETA 24+ months
• Per Diem available

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business