Craft Recruiter

Dashiell•Houston, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Craft Recruiter is Dashiell’s dedicated recruiting resource for the craft and field workforce of its Dacon operations. Working closely with field operations leaders, the Craft Recruiter sources, screens, and recruits qualified craft talent to meet Dacon’s project staffing needs on time and as the business grows. The position will be based in a hybrid role between our Houston, TX and Deer Park, TX office will report to Dashiell’s Talent Acquisition Manager or VP, Human Resources.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 3 years of recruiting experience, preferably including craft, skilled trades, construction, or field labor recruiting.
Experience with high-volume, full-cycle recruiting in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with applicant tracking systems
Strong relationship-building and communication skills with field, craft, and operations stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities under deadline pressure.
Ability to travel to project sites and recruiting events as needed.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
ApplicantStack experience a plus.
Experience in the electrical, utility, transmission and distribution, substation, EPC, or heavy construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the dedicated recruiting resource for Dacon’s craft and field workforce.
Partner with field operations leaders, project managers, and superintendents to understand craft manpower needs and build staffing plans in support of project demand.
Manage full-cycle recruiting for craft and field roles, from intake through offer.
Source and screen craft workers through trade schools, apprenticeship programs, military transition programs, job fairs, referrals, and industry networks.
Build and maintain a pipeline of craft talent to meet current and forecasted staffing needs.
Track and report craft staffing metrics — time-to-fill, fill rates, and headcount against project demand — to operations and HR leadership.
Maintain accurate candidate and requisition data in the applicant tracking system (ApplicantStack).
Represent Dacon at job fairs, trade school events, apprenticeship programs, and industry hiring events.
Ensure recruiting and hiring practices comply with applicable employment law and company policy.
Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

company-paid life insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
long-term disability insurance
employee assistance program
medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options)
dental and vision coverage
supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
critical illness insurance
group accident insurance
hospital indemnity insurance
401(k) plan with immediate vesting