Recruiting & Onbaording Specialist

UNKNOWN; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays & PTO

401k with company matching

Job summary

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. in Metairie, LA is seeking a Recruiting and Onboarding Specialist to manage hiring and new-hire onboarding across the company.

Under the supervision of the HR Manager, the Specialist sources and screens candidates, coordinates interviews with hiring managers, completes pre-employment and employment eligibility requirements, and delivers new-hire orientation. This role emphasizes compliance, background checks, offer processing, and maintaining a strong candidate

Qualifications

• Two or more years of recruiting, human resources coordination, or onboarding experience, or an associate level degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of employment law and hiring compliance, including EEO, ADA, FLSA, FMLA, and I-9/E-Verify requirements.
• Knowledge of construction and electrical trade terminology, job classifications, licensing, and apprenticeship structures.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, and experience with applicant tracking and HRIS/payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and posting: Create and post job requisitions; source candidates through ATS, job boards, job fairs, trade and technical schools, apprenticeship programs, and referrals.
• Applicant flow and screening: Review applications, conduct pre-interview phone screens, and keep applicants updated on status.
• Interview coordination: Schedule interviews and site visits, provide feedback to interviewers; hiring decisions remain with managers.
• Credentialing and background: Conduct reference and background checks, schedule drug testing, verify licenses and safety certifications.
• Offers and compliance: Prepare offer letters; complete Form I-9 and E-Verify; support reporting on compliance and apprenticeship programs.
• Onboarding and orientation: Plan orientation sessions; manage onboarding paperwork and system enrollment for payroll and benefits.
• Reporting: Prepare recruiting metrics and maintain candidate pipelines.

Skills

Recruiting

Candidate screening

Interview coordination

HRIS/ATS

Microsoft Office

Compliance knowledge

Education

Associate degree in HR/Business

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

SUMMARY

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Recruiting and Onboarding Specialist to manage hiring and new-hire onboarding across the company. Under the supervision of the Human Resources Manager, the Specialist sources and screens candidates, coordinates interviews with hiring managers, completes pre-employment and employment eligibility requirements, and delivers new-hire orientation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sourcing and Postings: Create and post job requisitions; source candidates through the applicant tracking system, job boards, job fairs, trade and technical schools, apprenticeship programs, and employee referrals; manage and monitor recruiting campaigns.
• Applicant Flow and Screening: Review applications against job requirements, conduct pre-interview phone screens, and make certain every applicant is contacted and updated on the status of their application.
• Interview Coordination: Meet with hiring managers regularly to identify hiring needs, schedule interviews and shop or jobsite walk-throughs, participate in interviews, and give interviewers feedback. Hiring decisions remain with the hiring manager.
• Credentialing and Background: Conduct reference and background checks, schedule drug and alcohol testing, and verify Louisiana journeyman and apprentice licenses, municipal registrations, MVR, and OSHA and other safety certifications.
• Offers and Compliance: Prepare and extend offer letters within approved ranges; complete Form I-9 and process E-Verify submissions within required timeframes; apply EEO and ADA requirements consistently; support prevailing wage, Davis-Bacon, and apprenticeship ratio reporting.
• Onboarding and Orientation: Schedule and conduct new employee orientations covering policies, pay and timekeeping, benefits enrollment, and safety; coordinate the pre-first-day checklist for badge and access, PPE and tools, uniforms, IT, and jobsite reporting; enroll new hires in payroll, benefits, and apprenticeship programs.
• Reporting and Pipeline: Prepare recruiting reports on time-to-fill, source-of-hire, open requisition status, and turnover; build candidate pipeline and trade school relationships ahead of need.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Two or more years of recruiting, human resources coordination, or onboarding experience, or an associate level degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of employment law and hiring compliance, including EEO, ADA, FLSA, FMLA, and I-9/E-Verify requirements.
• Knowledge of construction and electrical trade terminology, job classifications, licensing, and apprenticeship structures.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, and experience with applicant tracking and HRIS/payroll systems.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize multiple open requisitions and onboarding files in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Pleasant phone demeanor and good customer service skills, and the ability to work with employees, management, and applicants while abiding by company policies. Must exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Must comply with a criminal background check and drug test, and hold a valid driver's license with an insurable driving record.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification; and recruiting experience in construction, skilled trades, or another field-based workforce.

POSITION AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position works in an office setting 90% of the time and at jobsites, schools, or hiring events 10% of the time. Regular attendance is an essential function.
• Regularly required to sit and view a computer monitor for extended periods, and to stand, walk, use hands and arms, talk, and hear. Lifting up to 25 lbs occurs occasionally.
• Some duties may be performed outside in the elements on a job site, which may include exposure to water, dust, dirt, and equipment noise, and require the use of company-issued PPE.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Commensurate with experience, paid weekly, with health insurance and ancillary benefit options, paid holidays, PTO, and 401k with company matching.

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgendered or bisexual status, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Company does not sponsor work visas; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.