Recruiter

Pivot Workforce; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions provider is seeking a Recruiter in Houston, TX to source and place traveling craft professionals. This hybrid role involves recruiting electricians, welders, and trades talent while managing the entire recruitment lifecycle. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in construction recruiting and strong communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary, uncapped commission, and an array of benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Work-from-home flexibility

Ongoing training and mentorship

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting experience in the construction, industrial, or related sectors.
• Proven success in recruiting and placing traveling professionals.
• Strong understanding of trade certifications (e.g., Journeyman, NCCER, OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Source and recruit traveling craft professionals including electricians and welders.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from outreach to offer acceptance.
• Conduct occasional on-site client visits in the Houston area.

Skills

Recruiting experience in the construction sector

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship-building skills

Ability to manage multiple requisitions

Tools

ATS/recruiting tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Recruiter – Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Hybrid Role | Light Local Travel | Houston Area Residents Only
Hybrid Role | Light Local Travel | Houston Area Residents Only
Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO & paid holidays
• Work-from-home flexibility with on-site client visits
• Ongoing training, mentorship & career advancement
• Supportive, team-first culture

About Us: Kodiak Labor Solutions is a trusted staffing partner to leading construction and industrial clients across the U.S. We specialize in placing traveling craft professionals—including electricians, welders, millwrights, and other skilled talent—into career-defining roles nationwide. Our mission is to deliver exceptional talent quickly and reliably to meet the dynamic needs of our clients.

Position Overview: We’re hiring a Recruiter to source, screen, and place traveling craft professionals for high-impact projects across the country. This is a hybrid role based in the Houston, TX area, with occasional on-site client visits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and recruit traveling craft professionals, including electricians, welders, and millwrights
• Write compelling, keyword-optimized job postings to attract top talent
• Screen candidates for technical skills, certifications, experience, and cultural fit
• Build and maintain an active pipeline of traveling professionals
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle—from first outreach to offer acceptance
• Partner with field leadership to anticipate project staffing needs and timelines
• Conduct occasional on-site client visits in the Houston area
• Stay current on industry certifications, wage trends, and labor market data

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of recruiting experience in the construction, industrial, or related sectors
• Proven success recruiting and placing traveling professionals or trades talent
• Strong understanding of trade certifications (e.g., Journeyman, NCCER, OSHA)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with ATS/recruiting tools and Microsoft Office
• Residency in the Houston, TX area (required)

Ready to take your recruiting career to the next level? Click Apply Now and join a team shaping the future of the craft workforce.