Jr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Linde; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global industrial gases company is seeking a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their recruiting team in The Woodlands, Texas. This full-time position involves managing the end-to-end recruiting process for technician roles, sourcing candidates, and ensuring a positive experience for all parties. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of recruiting experience, exceptional organizational skills, and be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role offers mentorship and growth opportunities into a Talent Acquisition Specialist position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recruiting or sourcing experience.
• Experience in industrial gases or a similar industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with high-volume recruiting in industrial/manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruiting process for non-exempt technician roles nationwide.
• Monitor applicant flow and shortlist applicants that meet minimum qualifications.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, and other channels.
• Screen applicants for basic qualifications and refer qualified candidates to hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate candidate data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Provide regular updates on recruiting progress.

Skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

We are looking for a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our recruiting team and dedicate efforts to recruiting non-exempt roles across the country, primarily the technicians responsible for operating our plants. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their recruiting career who wants to learn and grow in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Job Overview:

The Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist will support the recruiting process for technician roles across the U.S. You will work closely with hiring managers to source, screen, and coordinate candidates, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for all parties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end recruiting process for non-exempt technician roles nationwide.
• Monitor applicant flow and shortlist applicants that meet minimum qualifications.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, and other channels.
• Screen applicants for basic qualifications and refer qualified candidates to hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate candidate data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Provide regular updates to the Recruiting Manager, HR Business Partners, and Hiring Managers on progress.
• Assist with career fairs and other recruiting events as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations.
• Act as vacation relief for recruiting colleagues on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum of 1 year of recruiting or sourcing experience. Experience in industrial gases or a similar industry is preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel (creating and editing spreadsheets, simple formulas).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred:

• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Familiarity with high-volume recruiting in industrial/manufacturing environments.

This role is a great opportunity to launch your recruiting career and grow with Linde. You will gain hands‑on experience in high-volume hiring and learn the fundamentals of talent acquisition while building strong relationships with hiring managers.

Our goal is for this position to be a steppingstone into a Talent Acquisition Specialist role, where you will take on more complex professional positions and strategic recruiting projects. If you are looking for a role that offers learning, mentorship, and a clear path forward, this is it.

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high‑quality solutions, technologies and services that help our customers succeed and protect the planet.

Culture:

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever‑increasing pool of global talent.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Primary Location: Texas – The Woodlands

Schedule: Full‑time

Job: HR

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Human Resources

Industries: Chemical Manufacturing