Staffing Specialist - Craftsmen Recruiter

Tradesmen International; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 52,830 - 64,570; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Paid time off and holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

A leading staffing company in Portland is seeking a Staffing Specialist to manage the full-cycle recruiting process for craft workers. The role requires previous recruiting experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships. Knowledge of the construction industry is beneficial, but not mandatory. The company offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching, paid time off, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Previous recruiting experience required.
• Construction industry knowledge is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume, full-cycle recruiting process.
• Drive a strong safety culture among Craftworkers.
• Fill orders by selecting the best candidates.
• Conduct virtual and in-person hiring evaluations.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales Team for project visibility.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong relationship-building skills

Highly organized with strong prioritization

Detail-oriented

Creative problem-solver

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

iCIMS

Job description

Staffing Specialist - Craftsmen Recruiter

Tradesmen International

Statement of Purpose

Project Coordinators (PCs) manage a high-volume, full‑cycle recruiting process to ensure a consistent pipeline of qualified craft workers. They assess hiring needs, determine when new recruits are required, and partner with the Sales Team to maintain both an external candidate pipeline and a strong internal bench. PCs leverage available sourcing tools to identify, engage, and qualify craft professionals at the speed and volume needed to meet local market demand.

Responsibilities

• Drive a strong safety culture by ensuring all Craftworkers meet minimum safety qualifications and by maintaining accurate safety and training records.
• Conduct compliant interviews following all required protocols and ensure only qualified, safety-minded Craftworkers are selected and dispatched.
• Fill orders by recruiting and selecting the best internal and external candidates who match required skills and have proven safety histories.
• Use full-cycle recruiting strategies—including campaigns, pipeline building, and re‑engagement—to source and prioritize qualified Craftworkers.
• Conduct effective virtual and in‑person hiring evaluations using standardized assessments.
• Maintain accurate Craftworker records and lead lists to ensure visibility into skillsets, interests, and availability.
• Drive Craftworker retention through ongoing engagement and effective utilization strategies.
• Partner closely with the Area Operations Manager to ensure recruiting process excellence, compliance, and a strategic approach to successful order fulfillment.
• Coordinate project fulfillment by monitoring project timelines, client needs, and opportunities to expand services.
• Lead strategic operations discussions with sales to match Craftworker availability with order demand and identify opportunities to upsell or utilize existing resources.
• Provide timely updates on project end‑dates and Craftworker availability to support proactive sales and fulfillment planning.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales Team to maintain visibility into upcoming project requirements and available employee resources.

Requirements

• Previous recruiting experience required; experience in staffing, HR, or customer/client relations preferred.
• Construction industry knowledge a plus, but not required.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required; iCIMS experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship‑building skills; credible, trustworthy, and able to engage with diverse audiences.
• Highly organized with strong prioritization and multi‑tasking abilities.
• Detail‑oriented and consistently able to perform to metrics and results expectations.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to guide decisions and influence outcomes.
• Creative problem‑solver with the ability to think outside the box and overcome challenges.
• Quick learner who adapts easily to new processes, systems, and evolving business needs.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional client and candidate experiences.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary for this position is in the range of $58,700. Employees may also, in some circumstances, be eligible for bonus payments on top of the salary payments described above provided the employee meets the requirements of the applicable bonus plan.

Total rewards include competitive pay with quarterly bonus potential. Benefits include company matched 401(k), PTO and paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and voluntary supplemental life insurance.

EOE Statement

EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

Recruiter

Nicole Nowak Lee

Location

Portland, OR