Lead Skilled Trades Recruiter

PeopleReady • Nashville, TN

6d • $60,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

PeopleReady, a TrueBlue company, is seeking a Lead Skilled Trades Recruiter for a high-volume recruiting role in Nashville, Tennessee. The recruiter works with local contractors, subcontractors, and other businesses to connect skilled trades professionals with projects and jobsites. The role involves sourcing and hiring associates, coordinating recruitment activities, and supporting customer and associate satisfaction, including local travel to recruitment locations and customer sites.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in recruiting, customer service, and/or sales.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong commitment to customer service, development, and satisfaction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with a strong desire to succeed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and internet tools, including job boards and social media.
• Valid driver's license and access to a car that can be used for work.
• Authorization to work in the United States full-time without current or future employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Construction industry knowledge and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement cost-effective recruiting activities, including visiting recruitment centers, processing field employee and customer referrals, and contacting inactive field employees weekly.
• Maintain a network of contacts to identify and source qualified candidates.
• Contact potentially qualified candidates for specific job openings.
• Execute local recruitment programs and provide information about the company and its opportunities.
• Write and place job advertisements using various media platforms.
• Coordinate participation in events, set up displays, and present at job fairs, schools, and organizations.
• Complete all phases of the Associate Hiring Process.
• Conduct assignment follow-up visits to support customer satisfaction, compliance with safety guidelines, and associate satisfaction, including required Quality Assurance Process steps during customer site visits.
• Handle applicant phone traffic, schedule appointments, administer pre-employment assessments, and coordinate application paperwork.
• Administer post-offer drug screens and conduct applicant background checks.
• Conduct safety and new-hire orientation for all new associates.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Six paid holidays and one paid floating holiday.
• Up to 20 days of paid time off per year.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Company-matching 401(k).
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Eligibility for incentive pay, subject to plan terms.
• Other programs and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree