Full-Cycle Skilled Trades Recruiter

Staffing Resources, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffing Resources, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Skilled Trades Recruiter to source, attract, and hire qualified trades professionals. The role manages the full-cycle process from sourcing to onboarding and builds relationships with candidates, schools, and industry partners.

The ideal candidate understands the unique challenges of recruiting skilled trades talent and delivers a high-quality candidate experience while supporting company growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of recruiting or related experience.
• Experience recruiting skilled trades, construction, manufacturing, industrial, or blue-collar positions preferred.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems, Microsoft Office, and online recruiting platforms.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to attend recruiting events as needed (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for skilled trades positions.
• Source qualified candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, networking, trade schools, apprenticeship programs, career fairs, and community outreach.
• Conduct phone screenings and interviews to evaluate candidates' technical skills, certifications, work history, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified skilled trades candidates to support current and future hiring needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce requirements, job specifications, scheduling needs, and project timelines.
• Coordinate interviews, reference checks, background screenings, and pre-employment requirements.
• Extend employment offers and communicate compensation, start dates, and onboarding details.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring process to ensure a positive recruiting experience.
• Assist with creating and posting compelling job advertisements that attract skilled trades professionals.
• Attend hiring events, job fairs, trade school events, and community networking opportunities to promote employment opportunities.
• Maintain accurate recruiting records and applicant tracking system (ATS) documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide exceptional customer service to applicants, employees, and hiring managers through phone, email, and in-person communication.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Candidate screening

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ATS

Microsoft Office

Online recruiting platforms

Job description

Staffing Resources, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Skilled Trades Recruiter to source, attract, and hire qualified trades professionals. The role manages the full-cycle process from sourcing to onboarding and builds relationships with candidates, schools, and industry partners.

The ideal candidate understands the unique challenges of recruiting skilled trades talent and delivers a high-quality candidate experience while supporting company growth.