Recruiter

Leave Your Mark; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional construction contractor in Dickson, TN is seeking a Recruiter to manage talent acquisition for paving crews and equipment operators. The role involves forecasting hiring needs for seasonal projects, posting jobs on various platforms, and networking at local events. Candidates should have 2+ years of recruiting experience in construction, knowledge of blue-collar hiring in rural areas, and strong interpersonal skills. A high school diploma is required, with further education preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting experience in construction or paving.
• Understanding of asphalt industry and heavy equipment certification.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging field workers.

Responsibilities

• Forecast hiring needs for seasonal paving projects.
• Post job openings and network at local construction events.
• Conduct interviews and manage offers for high-turnover positions.
• Handle onboarding and compliance with equal opportunity policies.

Skills

Recruiting in construction

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of blue-collar hiring

Proficiency in ATS tools

Sourcing via LinkedIn

Education

High school diploma

HR certification or associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is a Dickson, TN based contractor founded in 1970, specializes in highway, street paving, and sealing for residential, commercial, and public projects across Middle Tennessee. The Recruiter will source talent for paving crews, equipment operators, laborers, and support roles to support ongoing operations and contract work like road improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with site managers and owners to forecast hiring needs for seasonal paving projects, asphalt plant staff, CDL drivers, and sealcoating teams in Dickson and nearby counties.
• Post jobs on local platforms, Indeed, and industry sites; network at Tennessee construction events to attract skilled laborers and operators familiar with asphalt work.
• Conduct interviews, background checks (emphasizing safety and DOT compliance), and manage offers for high-turnover field positions while tracking metrics like hire rates.
• Handle onboarding, including Eubank\'s equal opportunity policies, and build a talent pipeline for government contracts and commercial jobs.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years recruiting in construction, paving, or manufacturing, with knowledge of blue-collar hiring in rural TN markets like Dickson.
• Proficiency in ATS tools, Microsoft Office, and sourcing via LinkedIn or local workforce centers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging field workers; understanding of asphalt industry demands like heavy equipment certification.
• High school diploma required; HR certification or associate degree preferred. Ability to travel locally.