Recruiter

Ies Co; Suffolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Flexible medical-dental-vision

Disability insurance (short/long)

Basic life/AD&D

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. - DBA IES Electrical, based in Suffolk, VA, is seeking a Recruiter to manage end-to-end recruiting processes and ensure policy compliance.

The role focuses on staffing skilled trades and electrical industry positions, using ATS and social media channels to attract candidates. The ideal candidate has 2 years of trades staffing experience, familiarity with recruiting software, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years' skilled trades staffing experience, electrical industry preferred.
• PRC certification a plus.
• 1 year experience using Applicant Tracking and Pipeline Recruiting software.
• Knowledge of MS Office, internet navigation, social media in recruiting and FCRA.

Responsibilities

• Perform all functions related to the recruiting process and ensure compliance with hiring policies.
• Develop and implement open requisition and pipeline recruiting activities with HR.
• Post jobs externally using internet and social media resources.
• Assist in communicating internal job postings and employee referral programs.
• Maintain timely ATS updates and final dispositions in accordance with policies.
• Develop employee engagement initiatives and activities.
• Attend career fairs from schools to veteran events.
• Build relationships with local organizations to support community involvement.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by management.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Skilled trades staffing

Electrical industry experience

Professional recruiting certification

ATS & pipeline recruiting

MS Office & internet literacy

FCRA knowledge

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Social media recruiting

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. - DBA IES Electrical, seeking Recruiter in Suffolk, VA

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship.

Job Summary

• Performs all functions related to the recruiting process and assures compliance with all company hiring policies and procedures.
• Develops and implements open requisition and pipeline recruiting activities and reviews recommendations for new recruiting strategies with HR to ensure projects are staffed with qualified craft workers as needed.
• Effectively utilizes internet, social media, and other on-line resources to post jobs externally.
• Assists in communication of internal job postings and employee referral award programs.
• Maintains timely Applicant Tracking System updates to include reasons for application rejections, interviews scheduled/results, and recording of final dispositions in compliance with company policies.
• Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives and activities.
• Attend various career fairs ranging from middle/high school/college to veteran/disability specific events.
• Represent the organization in developing relationships with local organizations to further community involvement.
• Completion of additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary by management.
• Travel as required

Qualifications

• 2 years' skilled trades staffing experience, electrical industry experience preferred.
• Professional Recruiting Certification (PRC) a plus.
• 1 year experience using Applicant Tracking and Pipeline Recruiting software.
• Current knowledge of computer systems, MS Office, internet navigation, social media applications, federal/state/local employment laws and FCRA.
• Strong oral and written communication and detailed organizational skills.
• Hands‑on, self‑starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities/projects and able to collaborate and build working relationships with all levels of employees and management.
• Successfully pass pre‑employment (post offer) background check, and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles.

Company Overview

IES Commercial, Inc. - DBA IES Electrical, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. IES Commercial, Inc. operates diverse business units across the United States, each focusing on distinct market segments and geographies, with some business units operating nationally. Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits including 401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical‑dental‑vision insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid‑time‑off.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

EEO & Aff…

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

IES Participates in E‑Verify/IES participa en el programa E‑Verify

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Workplace Type

Onsite