Talent Acquisition Specialist

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; High Point (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Uncapped commissions

Hybrid schedule

Benefits package

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kodiak Construction Recruiting & Staffing in High Point, NC is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist for the MEP sector. You will manage full-cycle recruiting across Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing roles, partnering with hiring managers to define needs and timelines, and source passive candidates through LinkedIn and networks.

This hybrid role offers a $70,000–$80,000 base with uncapped commissions, benefits, and retirement matching.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of talent acquisition or recruiting experience.
• Experience recruiting within MEP, construction, or skilled trades preferred.
• Ability to recruit across multiple job functions and levels, including senior leadership.
• Strong sourcing, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and keep searches moving.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for Superintendents, Project Managers, Engineers, executives, and corporate professionals.
• Partner with hiring managers to define hiring needs, priorities, timelines, and recruiting strategies.
• Source passive candidates through LinkedIn, referrals, and industry networks.
• Screen and interview candidates, coordinate the hiring process, and manage offers through acceptance.
• Provide a positive candidate experience while maintaining organized recruiting pipelines.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Recruiting

Sourcing

Relationship management

Multilevel recruiting

Job description

High Point, NC | Hybrid

Compensation: $70,000–$80,000 base salary + uncapped commission Kodiak is partnering with a growing MEP organization to hire a Talent Acquisition Specialist who can identify, engage, and hire talent in competitive technical markets.

Job Description

Talent Acquisition Specialist – MEP

High Point, NC | Hybrid

Compensation: $70,000–$80,000 base salary + uncapped commission Kodiak is partnering with a growing MEP organization to hire a Talent Acquisition Specialist who can identify, engage, and hire talent in competitive technical markets.

You’ll manage full-cycle recruiting across Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing disciplines, supporting positions from field leadership to executive and corporate roles. Working directly with hiring managers, you’ll help shape recruiting strategies and deliver talent that supports business growth.

What’s In It For You

• $70,000–$80,000 base salary
• Uncapped commission eligibility from day one
• Hybrid schedule with flexibility
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with match and additional employer contributions
• Paid holidays and time off

What You’ll Do

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for Superintendents, Project Managers, Engineers, executives, and corporate professionals.
• Partner with hiring managers to define hiring needs, priorities, timelines, and recruiting strategies.
• Source passive candidates through LinkedIn, referrals, and industry networks.
• Screen and interview candidates, coordinate the hiring process, and manage offers through acceptance.
• Provide a positive candidate experience while maintaining organized recruiting pipelines.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of talent acquisition or recruiting experience.
• Experience recruiting within MEP, construction, or skilled trades strongly preferred.
• Ability to recruit across multiple job functions and levels, including senior leadership.
• Strong sourcing, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and keep searches moving.

Why This Opportunity

Build relationships in the MEP industry, take ownership of impactful searches, and help shape hiring decisions. This role offers flexibility, earning potential, and the opportunity to contribute directly to a growing organization.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.