Talent Acquisition Specialist (Skilled Trade roles)

Ainsworth Inc.; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, where your expertise in high-volume recruiting will help shape the future of skilled trades. This role is pivotal in managing recruitment for various positions, ensuring a smooth candidate experience, and collaborating with hiring managers to meet their needs. With a focus on diversity and innovation, this forward-thinking company offers a hybrid work model and a supportive environment where your contributions will make a real impact. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about connecting talent with opportunity, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Dental benefits

Wellness support

Generous vacation

In-house training and development

Employee performance-based bonus program

Service milestones and peer recognition

Employee Discounts and Incentives

Hybrid working models

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting experience in skilled trades, preferably HVAC or Electrical.
• Strong knowledge of industry certifications and employment challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for skilled positions, ensuring timely hiring.
• Conduct screenings and interviews to assess candidates' qualifications.

Skills

High-Volume Recruiting

Sourcing Strategies

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Skills Assessment

Pipeline Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Business or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

UKG

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist (Skilled Trade roles)

Job Category: Human Resources

Requisition Number: TALEN005616

Posted: November 20, 2024

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Model: Hybrid

Location

Monroe Township, NJ 08831, USA

Description

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, drives your career development, embraces diversity, and rewards innovation with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth, a GDI company, team today!

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to support our growing needs in the skilled trade sectors. This role will be instrumental in managing a high volume of requisitions and identifying skilled trades professionals to support our operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of recruiting within the skilled trades industry and the ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• High-Volume Recruiting: Manage full-cycle recruitment for multiple openings in skilled positions, ensuring timely and efficient hiring.
• Source Skilled Tradespeople: Utilize various sourcing methods, including job boards, trade schools, social media, industry networking, and referral programs to identify qualified candidates for skilled trades positions.
• Pipeline Management: Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified trades professionals to meet both current and future hiring demands.
• Screening and Interviewing: Conduct initial screenings and in-depth interviews to assess candidates' technical skills, qualifications, and cultural fit for the company.
• Collaboration with Hiring Managers: Partner with hiring managers to understand specific needs for each role, including technical requirements, certifications, and experience levels, to source the best candidates.
• Coordinate Interviews and Hiring Process: Schedule interviews with hiring managers and maintain clear communication with candidates throughout the process, ensuring a smooth candidate experience.
• Metrics and Reporting: Track key recruiting metrics, such as time to fill, time to hire, and source effectiveness, to identify areas for improvement and optimize the recruitment process.
• Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive candidate experience by providing clear communication, timely feedback, and a smooth onboarding process.
• Compliance: Ensure recruiting practices are compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies, especially regarding skilled labor certifications and safety standards.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of high-volume recruiting experience, preferably in HVAC, Controls, Electrical, or similar skilled trades.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required if you have equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of recruiting in the skilled trades, with an understanding of industry-specific certifications, qualifications, and employment challenges.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple requisitions at once.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), with experience in UKG being a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to engage effectively with candidates and hiring managers.
• Familiarity with sourcing strategies in high-turnover environments, including trade schools, apprenticeship programs, and industry networks.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet aggressive hiring targets.

Why work at Ainsworth, a GDI company?

Ainsworth is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following:

• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and medical benefits, including wellness support, and generous vacation.
• Growth: In-house training and development, and other professional development opportunities, Employee performance-based bonus program, where applicable.
• Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives.
• Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable.
• Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within the company.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Ainsworth, a GDI company, is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

Ainsworth, a GDI company, is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country!Join us…. Make a difference.