Talent Acquisition Specialist - Denver, CO or Tucson, AZ

4684 SMC Region USC; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Sandvik Mining is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist for a hybrid role based in Denver, CO or Tucson, AZ. You will lead full-cycle recruiting for field service technicians and technical professionals, partnering with hiring managers to build robust talent pipelines.

Requirements include 3–5+ years of high-volume recruiting, Workday experience preferred, and a bachelor’s degree. Some travel, excellent communication, and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of high-volume recruiting experience.
• Technical/maintenance and sales recruiting experience a plus.
• Workday experience preferred; ability to work with hiring managers.

Responsibilities

• Developing targeted recruiting strategies to attract field service technicians.
• Building and maintaining pipelines of qualified candidates.
• Screening candidates for technical aptitude and fit.
• Coordinating interviews, assessments, and offers to hire high performers.
• Partnering with managers to understand workforce needs and regional staffing.

Skills

High-volume recruiting

Stakeholder management

Candidate pipeline building

Talent sourcing

Interview coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Sandvik Mining is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist, Denver, CO or Tucson, AZ Sandvik has a strong platform based on our world-class R&D capabilities, and premium, high-tech products. We are at the forefront of automation, digitalization and electrification, and sustainability is an integral part of how we do business. We seek bright, curious, and forward-thinking multi-cultural team members who are motivated by serving customers and employees, in future proofing business and thrive in an inclusive learning culture. We offer competitive wages and benefits, strong support for learning and professional development, and opportunities to grow a successful, rewarding career in a diverse, collaborative, and globally connected organization that values innovation, fairness, and long‑term impact. Business area Mining is a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, service, digital solutions and sustainability-driving technologies for the mining and construction industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling and quarrying. This Talent Acquisition Specialist will be a hybrid role requiring 3 days in office in Downtown Denver or Tucson, AZ.

Key Responsibilities

The Talent Acquisition Professional serves as a strategic partner in attracting, recruiting, and hiring highly qualified Field Service Technicians and skilled technical professionals. Responsibilities include developing targeted sourcing strategies, building technician talent pipelines, engaging candidates with field service experience, coordinating skills-based assessments, analyzing labor market trends, and managing the full-cycle recruitment process to ensure the organization maintains a strong workforce capable of delivering exceptional customer support, equipment service, and operational excellence in the field.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing and executing targeted recruiting strategies to attract Field Service Technicians across geographic regions
• Building and maintaining robust pipelines of qualified candidates with experience in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, repair, and customer-facing technical support
• Sourcing talent through trade schools, technical colleges, military transition programs, industry associations, referrals, and specialized recruiting platforms
• Screening candidates to assess technical aptitude, field service experience, travel requirements, safety awareness, customer service skills, and cultural fit
• Partnering closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, technician competencies, certifications, and regional staffing demands
• Coordinating and facilitating skills assessments, interviews, and hiring decisions to ensure selection of high-performing field service talent
• Monitoring labor market trends, competitive hiring practices, compensation benchmarks, and technician availability to support effective recruiting strategies
• Managing the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation, pre-employment requirements, and onboarding coordination
• Supporting workforce planning initiatives to ensure adequate technician staffing levels that meet customer service commitments and operational objectives
• Maintaining candidate relationships and talent communities to support current and future field service hiring needs

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in high volume (10-30 requisitions at a time) full life cycle recruiting
• technical/maintenance and sales recruiting experience a plus
• 2+ years’ experience with college recruitment preferred
• Workday experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical/maintenance and sales recruiting experience within the mining industry, or in heavy industrial equipment industry (mechanical knowledge / engines / service work)
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to manage multiple requisitions at a time
• Able to demonstrate exceptional judgment, discretion and professional courtesy; ability to work independently
• Must have strong interpersonal skills with candidates, employees, and managers
• Some Travel required
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with people on departments on all levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation and networking skills
• Interest in taking initiative and being self-directed; ability to be flexible
• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and sometimes stressful environment
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Location: Minimum 3 days a week in office, Denver, CO or Tucson, AZ

Compensation Range: Expected salary from $94,000 to $97,000 annually

Work authorization Must have the legal right to work in the United States on an indefinite basis without employer sponsorship. (Please note: temporary work authorizations, including OPT, do not meet this requirement.)

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.

Benefits

• Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package, including a competitive benefits package of health, dental, and disability insurance and an outstanding 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• We also provide opportunities for professional competence development, training, and career advancement.