Lead Technical Recruiter Power & Utilities

ESPO; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical staffing company is seeking a Lead Technical Recruiter for their Utilities group. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of technical staffing experience and strong communication skills. This position allows for remote work or office-based in Willowbrook, IL. The role includes managing full-cycle recruitment and mentoring junior recruiters. Competitive salary, commission, and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Commission structure

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in technical staffing, ideally in utilities or related sectors.
• Outgoing personality and strong interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with various Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting efforts for our Utilities division.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, qualifying, and interviewing candidates.
• Train and mentor junior recruiters.

Skills

Technical staffing experience

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree recommended

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Lead Technical Recruiter Power & Utilities – Location: Willowbrook, IL or Remote

Lead Technical Recruiter Power & Utilities - Technical Staffing

ESPO Engineering, established in 1965, provides Engineering and Technical staffing solutions to companies in the Chicago-land area. We specialize in recruiting and placing Engineers, Designers, Drafters, Technicians, Manufacturing, IT, Construction, Utilities & Consulting personnel at every level and discipline.

Location: Willowbrook, IL or Remote

Experience: 3–5 years

We are seeking a driven and experienced Lead Technical Recruiter to join our Utilities group. The ideal candidate has a background in technical staffing and a passion for building strong talent pipelines in the Utilities, Engineering, Construction, Power, Telecommunications, or Oil & Gas industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting efforts for our Utilities division.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, qualifying, and interviewing candidates for technical positions.
• Interface directly with clients and hiring managers to understand their needs.
• Train and mentor junior recruiters focused on the utilities sector.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in technical staffing, ideally in utilities or related sectors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Outgoing personality and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with desktop applications (MS Office Suite, etc.).
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with various Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Strong knowledge of LinkedIn and other sourcing platforms.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume recruiting environment.
• Bachelor\'s degree recommended.

This role offers the flexibility to work remotely or from our Willowbrook, IL office. If you\'re a proactive recruiter who thrives in a technical environment and enjoys helping others grow, we\'d love to hear from you.

The position comes with a base salary + commission + Benefits. ESPO has a comprehensive benefit package which includes group health insurance and dental insurance after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

ESPO Corporation

Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender preference, orientation, identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying please contact us.