Entry Level Recruiter/Sales Trainee

Aerotek • Erie, PA

4d

About The Position

Aerotek is an operating company within Allegis Group, a global talent-solutions organization with more than 200 offices nationwide. It provides staffing and services solutions across industries including manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities, and maintenance. Aerotek emphasizes employee development, collaboration, achievement, and advancement from within.

The Recruiter helps people find employment while supporting clients’ workforce needs. The position involves sourcing and engaging candidates, conducting screenings and interviews, building talent pipelines, working with Account Managers to understand hiring demands and market trends, and developing relationships with candidates and industry contacts. Recruiters also provide customer service throughout the hiring process, manage onboarding, monitor local labor-market conditions, and participate in community and networking activities.

The position includes a salaried, non-exempt 13-week training period, annualized at $40,000. Upon successful completion, the stated compensation is a $45,000 annual base salary plus uncapped weekly commission. After one year of tenure, the base salary automatically increases to $55,000 annually, with continued commission eligibility and additional performance incentives. Projected earnings are $50,000 in Year 1, $76,000 in Year 2, and $102,000 in Year 3.

Requirements

• Customer- or sales-focused experience.
• Experience in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Competitive, goal-oriented, resilient, and adaptable approach in a fast-paced environment.
• Motivation to learn and continuously improve.
• Interest in helping others achieve career goals.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and manage time effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and engage qualified candidates through a variety of recruiting channels.
• Conduct candidate screenings, interviews, and assessments.
• Build talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.
• Partner with Account Managers to understand client hiring demands, target skill sets, and market trends.
• Develop relationships with candidates, contractors, industry professionals, and referral networks.
• Deliver customer service to clients and candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Manage onboarding and support a positive candidate experience.
• Stay informed about local labor-market trends and workforce conditions.
• Participate in community engagement, volunteer initiatives, and networking events to expand Aerotek’s presence and impact.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• HSA and 401(k) accounts.
• 20 days of paid time off and paid holidays.
• Parental/family leave.
• Employee discounts.
• Quarterly bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
• All-expense-paid trip for performance.
• Company-funded investment plan.
• Structured training and ongoing professional development.
• Career advancement opportunities and leadership development.
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level