Recruiter

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruiting firm is seeking a Remote-Based Recruiter specializing in the Austin market. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in recruiting within an agency, focusing on the mechanical construction industry. This role offers a competitive salary with uncapped commissions and comprehensive benefits, along with the opportunity to impact the growth of Texas's top mechanical contractors.

Benefits

Competitive Base + Uncapped Commission

Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k))

Flexible, Remote Work

Travel Support

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct-hire recruiting experience in an agency environment.
• Proven track record placing mid- to senior-level construction professionals.
• Deep network within the Austin-area commercial mechanical market.

Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle recruitment for Superintendents, Project Managers, Estimators, and Engineers.
• Screen, interview, and present curated slates of candidates.
• Manage offer negotiations and ensure smooth onboarding.

Skills

Recruiting

Networking

Consultative Skills

Tools

ATS platforms (e.g., Bullhorn, iCIMS, JobDiva)

MS Office Suite

Job description

Remote-Based Recruiter (Austin Metroplex Market)

Location: Fully remote (must be based near Austin, TX)

Compensation: Competitive base salary + uncapped commission + full benefits

Who We Are

Kodiak Labor Solutions, a Comfort Systems Company, works with internal and external mechanical contracting companies across the United States. Due to our expanding team and business in the is a leading commercial mechanical contractor in Texas, specializing in large-scale projects across the state. They deliver best-in-class HVAC, plumbing, piping and building automation solutions—and are looking for a seasoned recruiter to build their direct-hire bench of construction professionals.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive Base + Uncapped Commission: Rewarded for every placement, with no cap on earnings
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off
• Flexible, Remote Work: Office-optional; work from home while staying connected to the Austin market
• Travel Support: Reimbursement for client visits (1–2×/month) and industry events

What You’ll Be Doing

• Partner with hiring leaders at top commercial mechanical companies to define talent requirements
• Execute full-cycle recruitment for Superintendents, Project Managers, Estimators and Engineers
• Source high-caliber candidates via Boolean searches, networking, referrals and social media
• Screen, interview and present curated slates of candidates against defined competencies
• Manage offer negotiations, close candidates and ensure smooth onboarding
• Maintain and update ATS records, pipelines and weekly hiring forecasts
• Travel to client sites (1–2×/month) for kick-offs, status meetings and on-site interviews

The Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of direct-hire recruiting experience in an agency environment (construction or technical focus)
• Proven track record placing mid- to senior-level construction professionals
• Deep network within the Austin-area commercial mechanical market
• Strong consultative skills—able to partner with hiring managers and sell candidate value
• Self-starter mentality with a passion for building relationships remotely and on-site
• Proficient with ATS platforms (e.g., Bullhorn, iCIMS, JobDiva) and MS Office suite
• Willingness to travel regularly and represent client brand in person

Other Essential Functions

• Produce weekly and monthly recruiting metrics and reports for leadership
• Attend local industry mixers, associations and job fairs to expand talent pipelines
• Ensure compliance with EEO, OFCCP and company recruiting policies
• Contribute to continuous improvement of sourcing strategies and recruitment processes

If you’re a proactive recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and knows the Austin mechanical construction scene inside-out, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team where your placements directly impact the growth of Texas’s premier commercial mechanical contractors.