Skilled Trades Recruiter

Pivot Workforce; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Skilled Trades Recruiter to join their dynamic team in Dallas. This exciting role involves sourcing and attracting top talent for manufacturing and construction opportunities, ensuring a robust pipeline of skilled trades professionals. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you will manage the full recruitment cycle, from candidate screening to onboarding. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Performance-Based Incentives

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of recruiting experience, preferably in skilled trades or industrial staffing.
• Strong understanding of local labor market and sourcing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Source and recruit skilled trades professionals through various channels.
• Manage high-volume recruiting efforts and collaborate with hiring managers.

Skills

Recruiting

Sourcing Techniques

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

Candidate Screening

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

Are you a seasoned recruiter with a passion for connecting top talent with manufacturing or construction opportunities? Kodiak Labor Solutions is seeking a Skilled Trades Recruiter to join our team in Dallas, TX. This role focuses on sourcing, attracting, and hiring skilled trades professionals, including machinists, welders, electricians, and mechanics, for manufacturing companies.

Key Responsibilities :

• Proactively source and recruit skilled trades professionals (e.g., electricians, welders, machinists, plumbers, and more) through various channels, including job boards, social media, and networking events.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings to evaluate qualifications, experience, and cultural fit for client needs.
• Manage high-volume recruiting efforts to meet client demands in construction, manufacturing, logistics, and industrial sectors.
• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline to ensure consistent access to qualified candidates.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand specific workforce requirements and ensure effective candidate placements.
• Oversee the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, interviews, offer negotiations, and onboarding.
• Maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and provide regular recruitment metrics to leadership.

Qualifications :

• 3-5 years of experience in recruiting, with a preference for skilled trades, construction, or industrial staffing.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume recruiting projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with sourcing techniques, including Boolean searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, and ATS platforms.
• Strong understanding of the local labor market and its skilled trade workforce.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment projects while meeting deadlines.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment that values innovation and teamwork.

Kodiak Labor Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.